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Flags, History, and Protocol
Guides to flag etiquette, sizing, care, and repair, plus the history and vexillology behind the flags themselves.
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25 Parts of a Flag, Named and Explained
Every named part of a flag and its pole, defined: 15 flag parts, 3 star construction methods, 7 pole parts, with labeled diagrams and a quick-reference table.
Minnesota Statehood
Celebrating Minnesota: 166 Years of American Statehood On May 11th, 1858, the land of 10,000 lakes officially became the
Louisiana Statehood
Happy Statehood Anniversary to Louisiana! Today, we celebrate Louisiana, the 18th state to join the United States on April
Maryland Statehood
Celebrating Maryland's Statehood Anniversary Happy Birthday, Old Line State! As the cherry blossoms bloom and the Chesapeake Bay glistens
Maine Statehood
The Pine Tree State Turns 204! Celebrating Maine's Statehood and Unique Character On March 15th, 2024, we celebrate a
Utah Says Hello to New Flag
The Beehive State Gets a Buzzing New Flag Saturday, March 9th, 2024, marks a historic day for Utah as
Vermont Statehood
Happy 233rd Birthday to Vermont! On March 4th, 1791, Vermont officially became the 14th state to join the Union.
Florida Statehood
Happy Birthday to the Sunshine State! Florida officially joined the United States on March 3rd, 1845, becoming the 27th
Ohio Statehood
Happy 221st Birthday, Ohio! Interestingly enough, there are two relevant dates to consider when discussing Ohio's statehood: February 19,
Nebraska Statehood
Happy Birthday, Cornhusker State! March 1st, 2024 marks the 157th anniversary of Nebraska's official entry into the Union on
Oregon Statehood
Happy Statehood Anniversary to the Beaver State! On February 14, 2024, we celebrate the 165th anniversary of Oregon's admission
Arizona Statehood
Happy Statehood Anniversary to the Grand Canyon State! On February 14, 2024, we honor the 112th anniversary of Arizona's
Massachusetts Statehood
Happy 236th Statehood Anniversary to Massachusetts! On February 6, 1788, Massachusetts ratified the U.S. Constitution, becoming the sixth state
Honoring Black History: The Significance of Black History Month and Juneteenth Flags
Honoring Black History: The Significance of Black History Month and Juneteenth Flags In a world striving for equality and
Kansas Statehood
163 Years Strong: Celebrating Kansas, the Sunflower State On January 29, 1861, a new star blossomed on the American
Michigan Statehood
Happy 187th Birthday to the Great Lakes State! On January 26, 1837, Michigan officially joined the Union as the
Choose the Right Size Flag for Your Flagpole
How to Choose the Best Flag Size for Your Flagpole When shopping for a flagpole for your home or
Connecticut Statehood
Nutmegs, Innovation, and Independence: Celebrating Connecticut Statehood Anniversary On January 9, 1788, a small colony nestled along the Northeastern
New Mexico Statehood
Celebrate the magic of New Mexico! Cast a spell of enchantment as we raise a toast to 112 years
