What do the designs on the flag represent?
“The colors of the pales (the vertical stripes) are those used in the flag of the United States of America; White signifies purity and innocence, Red, hardiness & valour, and Blue, the color of the Chief (the broad band above the stripes) signifies vigilance, perseverance & justice.”
Why are flags used?
Flags originally were used mainly in warfare, and to some extent they have remained insignia of leadership, serving for the identification of friend or foe and as rallying points. They are now also extensively employed for signaling, for decoration, and for display.
Which country does not have a flag?
Nepal
Where is the biggest Mexican flag?
Monterrey
Where is the largest free flying flag in America?
Sheboygan Falls
Why do people think there are 52 states?
Because they think there are 50 “contiguous” states plus Hawaii and Alaska for 52. If they knew simple geography and U. S. History they’d know there are only 48 contiguous states. There are only 50 states in the US and that includes 2 which do not have land borders with the main country: Alaska and Hawaii.
What is illegal about the US flag?
No disrespect should be shown to the flag of the United States of America; the flag should not be dipped to any person or thing. The flag should never be used as wearing apparel, bedding, or drapery. It should never be festooned, drawn back, nor up, in folds, but always allowed to fall free.
Can you fly a 48 star flag?
A: It is perfectly okay to use a Flag with 48 stars, or any other “official” Flag of the United States, during its progression to today. It is preferable to fly the current Flag, but not disrespectful or out of code to fly any of our country’s official Flags.
Is a flag with 48 stars worth anything?
48 Star and 49 Star flags are relatively common, and in the marketplace flags such as yours would probably sell in the $40-$60 range.