Here's the history of the huge US flag on NASA's Vehicle Assembly Building

The massive American flag on NASA's Vehicle Assembly Building is a patriotic icon, but its 1976 bicentennial origin story remains a mystery to some.

How the American flag became a White House fixture

The White House hasn't always featured an American flag. It wasn't until 1970 that it became a daily fixture when President Richard Nixon authorized the American flag to remain flying around the clock,
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The history and meaning behind the US flag

As America celebrates its 250th birthday, we look at the history and meaning behind the U.S. flag.

The 17-year-old who said he designed the US flag

Bob Heft claimed he designed the current 50-star U.S. flag as a high school project and sent it to President Eisenhower for approval in 1959.

Why most Black Americans say they never fly the American flag, according to a new poll

Jerry Esters proudly displays the American flag each day on his Detroit home. A few miles away, Yvonne Pistochini says there is no scenario under which she would allow the Stars and Stripes to cast its shadow where she lives.
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How the American flag helped this country evolve and unite | Opinion

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary of independence, Americans will encounter a familiar sight this summer: flags flying above town squares, front porches, ball fields and government buildings – seemingly everywhere. Few flags, however ...

Meaning of Flags: Mishawaka man receives new American flag, reflects on family’s military legacy

Mike Mrozinski says the stars and stripes represent freedom and sacrifice — shaped by generations of family military service.