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What is Flag Day?

We were curious, what is Flag Day? We found a great article on History.com that explains it.

If you want to read the full article, click here: https://www.history.com/news/what-is-flag-day

U.S. Flag Facts

1. Flag day has been around since 1885. The idea came from Bernard Cigrand who was a teacher in Wisconsin.

2. Did you know Betsy Ross didn’t design the American flag? Turns out there is no historical evidence that she played a role in its creation. The true credit goes to Francis Hopkinson, a delegate from New Jersey who also signed the Declaration of Independence.

3. There is a Flag Code and it says the American flag should not be used as bedding, drapery, or apparel.

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