Flag of the United States - Wikipedia
The current design of the U.S. flag is its 27th; the design of the flag has been modified officially 26 times since 1777. The 48-star flag was in effect for 47 years until the 49-star version became …
48 Star Flag - (1912-1959) (U.S.) - CRW Flags
Mar 23, 2024 · In 1912, two stars were added, representing Arizona and New Mexico, bringing the total number of stars to 48, arranged in 6 rows of 8 stars each. There were thirteen stripes …
Harry Truman and the 48-Star Flag - U.S. National Park Service
The 48-star flag is the flag that soldiers and sailors fought for during World War II. It is the flag to which children, mothers, and wives pledged their allegiance at home while their loved ones …
48 Star Flag - American Flag Stories
The 48-star Flag flew during some of the most important events in the nation’s history. It was carried by servicemen in two world wars and the Korean War. It was a symbol of hope during …
Evolution of the American Flag - United States Flag
Jul 4, 2012 · 48-Star American Flag Two stars were added to the flag for the admission of New Mexico and Arizona President Taft passed an Executive Order in 1912 establishing …
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servance of Flag Day on June 14, 1916, it was not until August 3, 1949, under the 48-star fl ag, that Congress made this day a permanent observance. President Harry Truman signed a …
The 48 Star Flag | The Avenue of Flags - aoflc.com
This flag was the official flag of the United States of America for 47 years with eight presidents serving: William H. Taft, Woodrow Wilson, Warren Harding, Calvin Coolidge, Herbert Hoover, …
File:Flag of the United States (1912-1959).svg - Wikipedia
English: US Flag with 48 stars. In use for 47 years from July 4, 1912, to July 3, 1959.
Facts about the United States Flag | Smithsonian Institution
Flag Resolution of June 14, 1777, stated, "Resolved: that the flag of the United States be made of thirteen stripes, alternate red and white; that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field, …
48 Star Flag - Flag Day Monument
On July 4,1912, the U.S. flag grew to 48 stars with the addition of New Mexico (January 6th, 1912) and Arizona (February 14, 1912). This flag was official for 47 years, the 2nd longest …
