The American flag now has 50 stars, one for each of the 50 states. The original flag, adopted on this day in history, 1777, only had 13 stars. (iStock) ...

Country music leads all genres in terms of patriotism, so it's not surprising to find many pictures of the biggest artists wearing the American flag. Some photos in this gallery come from post-9/ ...

To celebrate the American flag, June 14 is thus known as Flag Day. Although Flag Day is observed on a smaller scale than neighboring patriotic holidays like Memorial Day and Independence Day , the ...

Congress passed its first flag act on June 14, 1777: “Resolved, that the Flag of the thirteen United States shall be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white; that the Union be thirteen stars ...

The design of the American flag as we know it today has deep historical roots, particularly involving Betsy Ross and the symbolism of stars. Originally, a six-pointed star was favored, but Betsy ...

Red, white, and blue flags studded with 50 stars and 13 stripes fly all over the United States of America, but that hasn't always been the case. In its 243 years of existence, "Old Glory" has had ...

Why It Matters. The American flag is a national symbol, and any perceived change could lead to public confusion and political speculation. Social media users have pointed to the presence of a ...

CHICAGO — Patriotism is cool at this year’s Democratic National Convention. Delegates wear suits adorned with stars and stripes, dresses with American flag patterns, and blouses featuring bald ...

A flag resolution was adopted 248 years ago, on June 14, 1777, that said, "Resolved: that the flag of the United States be made of 13 stripes, alternate red and white; that the union be 13 stars ...