The American Flag Wasn't Always Revered as It Is Today. At the Beginning, It Was an Afterthought Only in the mid-20th century was a federal code established for how the U.S. flag should be displayed.
Flag Etiquette and the U.S. Flag Code Flag Day isn't simply about honoring a particular design on a cloth.
How to Celebrate Flag Day with Kids You may be looking for new ways to teach your kids about Flag Day. We've compiled some resources for you, and for kids of all...
The Importance of Flag Day Servicemembers and veterans have an old friend named Old Glory that is always there, even though it is often overlooked and...
Everything You Need to Know About Flag Day Flag Day isn't the most celebrated holiday of the year, but it's a good one, a long time in the making.
U.S. Flag Code Want to know how to properly respect the U.S. flag? Follow these rules, as stated by the U.S. Flag code.
15 Things You Need to Know About the American Flag The American flag carries a large history, along with very specific customs and courtesies.
American Legion Offers Text Alerts When Flag Is To Be At Half-Staff When should the flag fly at half-staff? This service can help you know.
Rules for Saluting US Flag Non uniformed servicemembers, military retirees, and veterans may render salute to flag.
How to Retire Your Flag Each year, Americans across the nation unfurl their flags on Independence Day, Memorial Day, and Flag Day
For Decades, Recipients Were Honored with Purple Hearts Made During WWII. This Company Now Forges New Medals. For decades, recipients of the Purple Heart were honored with medals that had been forged during World War II, leftover stock...
Marines Suffer Most Cases of 2 Life-Threatening Conditions Related to Exercise and Heat, Report Finds The April issue of the Defense Department's Medical Surveillance Monthly Report, published last week, was focused entirely on...
Must-Pass Defense Bill Includes 4.5% Military Pay Raise on Top of 15% Increase for Junior Enlisted Troops The recommendation from the House Armed Services Committee in its draft version of the National Defense Authorization Act, or...
Army Eliminates Online Training Requirement for Noncommissioned Officers, Saying It's Too Burdensome The Army has eliminated a significant part of its online training for enlisted troops -- a learning program that has drawn...
Wide-Ranging Veterans Bill Gets Agreement Between House and Senate The Department of Veterans Affairs caregiver program, the beleaguered electronic health records program, veteran homelessness...