american flag

Also referred to as or “the stars and stripes” or “old glory,” the American flag is the flag of the United States of America. It is considered by some to be a symbol of freedom and democracy, and by others a symbol of oppression and imperialism.

The American flag features 50 white stars on a blue field that represent the 50 U.S. states, and 13 alternating red and white stripes that represent the 13 original colonies. It is often depicted in other forms, including flag pins, which are politically popular.

There are many rules of flag etiquette, though U.S. law on the subject is minimal. Attempts to strengthen U.S. law to prevent burning the flag as an act of protest are controversial, and have so far failed.

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• Lil Wayne Tramples American Flag While Recording Music Video – Sizzurp Fueled Rage or Publicity Stunt (Video)

  
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  Lil Wayne was shooting a music video in New Orleans over the weekend, and someone managed to capture footage of him trampling all over the American flag while pulling a stunt for the video. According to reports , Wayne was rapping lyrics of his new song and after the American flag floats to the ground, Wayne starts ...
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• VIDEO: Lil Wayne Walks on American Flag in New Music Video

  
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  Post at TOBIASRENFROE.COM The Young Money rapper can be seen stepping and dancing on the flag after it’s dropped on the ground. ...
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• Flag Day to honor to most, tablecloth to HGTV?

  
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  HGTV: You Can Use a Flag as a TableclothSpouse and Family Newsby Amy BushatzJune 13, 2013“The last time I saw an American flag draped on anything was a coffin returning a fallen troop to... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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• Flag Day 2013 Reminds Us To Respect The Flag

  
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  Flag Day 2013 is today if you haven’t noticed, and timing coincides with a high-profile flag code kerfuffle earlier this week. Flag Day falls on June 14, always preceding the more widely observed Fourth Of July three weeks later. But as Flag Day is upon us, it seems we are reminded that many today are unaware of ...
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• June 14th is American Flag Day

  
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  …and the birthday of the US Army The Snooper Report. Join us as we Take Our Country Back. Sic vis pacem para bellum Fight Accordingly Igitur qui desiderat pacem, praeparet bellum (If you want peace, prepare for war.) Sic Semper Tyrannis! Death to Tyrants
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• Flag Day tribute to Heartland Hotties & Old Glory

  
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  On this day in 1777, Continental Congress adopted the flag of the United States. Centuries later, women wear them as bikinis. This is the greatest country on Earth, God bless the USA! 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 ...
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• Happy Flag Day Free Flag Day Crafts

  
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  In honor of flag day June 14th here are some free American Flag crafts for you to try out. These adorable bead earrings will be fun to wear all year round. They are easy to make and you can view the free Flag Earrings Pattern Here.... Free Shipping at Joann.com on orders of $50 or more Code: AP831 Red ...
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• Today we commemorate the adoption of the American flag in 1777

  
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  Today we commemorate the adoption of the American flag in 1777. More than two hundred years later, its stars have increased from 13 to 50, but it remains a symbol of freedom and opportunity at home and around the world.  (h/t GOP from Facebook) On Flag Day, we take time not only to observe the history of Old ...
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• Stars and Stripes Forever

  
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  The flag of the United States, or popularly called The American Flag, is the official national flag of our country. The American Flag has also been affectionately known as The Stars and Stripes; The Stars and Bars; The Ole Red, White, and Blue; and of course, Old Glory. Revered as it is by millions of Americans, there ...
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• Celebrate Flag Day with Some Hand-Crafted Americana!

  
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  Happy Flag Day to our friends across the US! In celebration of this holiday, and because July 4 is just three weeks away, I wanted to share some of my favorite American flag-inspired knit and crochet projects. Which one will you make to celebrate Independence Day? Get just a touch of Americana with ...
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• On Flag Day And Always, Treat Our Flag Properly!

  
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  Summer is America’s season. And it’s also the season of Old Glory. It’s the time of year when our American flag seems more visible than ever. The flag flies proudly at Fourth of July celebrations, leads parades and community observances, decorates monuments and gravesites and flutters above tall buildings ...
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• 20ft Telescopic Aluminum Flagpole US American Flag Gold Ball Outdoor Kit Gift $60.90 + Free Shipping!

  
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• Flag Day is June 14: Brush Up on Flag Etiquette

  
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  When, where, and how to fly your American flag at home. A sometimes forgotten holiday, Flag Day is June 14th. Quite a few folks have probably thought about flying an American flag at their houses, but have never tried it. Where does a person even buy a flag?  In what ways is it acceptable to decorate with the ...
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• Fort Campbell’s Currahees don 101st Combat Patch 69 years after D-Day

  
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  Written by U.S. Army Sgt. Justin Moeller 4th Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division Khowst Province, Afghanistan – Approximately 6,600 paratroopers from the 101st Airborne Division, including the Currahees, filled the sky above Normandy as they entered in to combat for the first time, June 6th, 1944. ...
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• Largest free-flying flag at Stevens

  
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• HGTV Apologizes After American Flag Tablecloth Outrage

  
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  HGTV’s American flag tablecloth suggestion ruffled a lot of feathers, and the home improvement network has apologized for offending a large number of Facebook and Twitter users with its website suggestion that the American flag be used as a “table runner” for July 4 barbecues before it is displayed on a ...
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• Judge rules veteran had right to fly flag upside down

  
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  Judge Rules for Vet Who Flew Flag Upside DownMilwaukee Journal SentinelJun 12, 2013A federal judge has ruled in favor of a former Crivitz man who flew an American flag upside down to protest... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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• HGTV’s American Flag Tablecloth Tip Suggests Using Old Glory To Catch Crumbs

  
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  Home-centric network HGTV has stunned readers with a Fourth of July decorating tip that flies in the face of all common etiquette about the flag — by suggesting viewers use an actual American flag as a tablecloth before running it up the flagpole. Yes, HGTV’s American flag tip seems to be offensive to all eyes, ...
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• Accordion Folded Paper Flowers + Patriotic Door Display

  
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  I made a cute little door display for our front door and wanted to share it with you.I know everyone is making these and they are all over the internetbut I think they are so stinkin cute and its my first timemaking them so I wanted to share my excitement!I made 6 accordion folded paper flowers; not sure if thats ...
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• Patriotic keychains and flag lanyards

  
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  I have been having a blast playing with lanyards lately. I made quite a few keychains in the DNA pattern with many different colors and I have made a couple different patriotic keychains as well as an American flag. Take … Continue reading →
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