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American Flag: 13 Colonies
The 13 stars represent the thirteen British colonies that declared indepedence from the kingdom of Great Britain and became the first state in the union. -
The Bald Eagle
The Bald Eagle was chosen June 20th, 1782 as the emblem of the United States of America because of its long life, great strength, majestic looks, and also because it was then believed to exist only on this continent. The eagle appears in the seals of many of our states on most of our gold and silver coinage, and is used a great deal for decorative patriotic purposes. -
Statue of Liberty
The Statue of Liberty stands in upper New York Bay, a universal symbol of freedom. It was originally conceived as an emblem of the friendship between the people of France and the US and a sign of their mutual desire for Liberty. Over the years the statue has become much more. It is the mother of exiles, greeting millions of immigrants and embrodying hope and opportunity for those seeking a better life in America! -
The Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance to the United States flag, is a promise or oath of loyalty to the republic of the United States of America. The pledge was originally written in August 1892 be an American Baptist Minister and Social Activist, Francis Bellamy. In accordance to the United States flag code, the pledge is to be recited by standing at attention: facing the flag and placing the right hand over the heart. -
The Star Spangled Banner
Our flag song! The song was composed during the American-Bristish War of 1812. It was commissioned by major George Armistead. After several decades of attempts, a bill making "The Star Spangled Banner" our official national anthem was finally passed by congress and signed into law by president Herbert Hoover on March 3rd,1931. -
American Flag: 50 States
The 50 stars on the flag represent the 50 states of the United States of America. It was once the 13 star version, and switched to 50 stars when Hawaii offically joined the union.
