In general, however, straight rows of stars and proportions similar to those later adopted officially were used. The principal acts affecting the flag of the United States are the following: ...

Cigrand, now known as the Father of Flag Day, continued to publicly advocate the observance of June 14 as the flag's birthday, or "Flag Day," for years. Just a few years later, the efforts of ...

At a time when President Donald Trump is implementing numerous potential changes to the United States ... flag, features nine stars in a circle. It was used as a Confederate First National flag ...