FLAG DAY
Flag Day in the United States is a national holiday observed on June 14th. It commemorates the adoption of the United States flag by the Continental Congress on that day in 1777. Flag Day is a day to honor the American flag and its symbolism, which represents freedom, unity, and the nation's ideals. History of Flag Day: The Continental Congress approved the design of the first national flag on June 14, 1777. President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation designating June 14 as Flag Day in 1916. President Harry Truman signed a law officially recognizing Flag Day in 1949. The National Flag Foundation played a role in establishing Flag Day as a national observance. How Flag Day is Observed: Many Americans display the American flag on their homes and public buildings. Flag-raising ceremonies, school quizzes and essay contests, and other patriotic events are common. Parades, street celebrations, and flag-related activities are also part of Flag Day traditions.
