The flag of the United States of America started with 13 stars. Our nation's progression has been recorded with each new star added along the way. Our banner's history is part lore, part fact, but 100% pride and patriotism.

The American Flag

The Story of Our Flag
The evolution of the U.S. flag from the colonial days to the flag used in the late 30s. U.S. Expansion is represented by added stars to the flag.

Betsy Ross
An early silent rendition of the tradional Betsy Ross story - George Washington commissions Miss Ross to construct a flag from his design.

The Star Spangled Banner
A presentation of our national anthem, the Star Spangled Banner. Lyrics are from a poem written by Francis Scott Key during the bombardment of Fort McHenry in Baltimore. The poem was set to the tune of a ...

Eisenhower Signs Bill: Alaska Statehood
President Eisenhower signs the proclamation to add the 49th star to the U.S. Flag.

Raising the Flag at Iwo Jima
This live action clip presents the iconic image of U.S. soldiers raising of the flag at Iwo Jima famous from the photograph and the memorial statue in Washington D.C..

America at 200
It's an assault on the senses which may require a warning for those sensitive to flashing lights. The Fourth of July has been celebrated in many ways - but probably never like this again. This little gem is from way back...

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