The Power and Politics of Flags," explains why American flags are reversed on military uniforms. Following is a transcript of the video. A lot of people ask, "Why is the US flag reversed when it's ...

The Confederate flag can no longer be flown on US military properties after the Pentagon issued a new policy to reject displays of "divisive symbols". Defence Secretary Mark Esper did not name the ...

The first celebration of the U.S. Flag's birthday was held in 1877, on the 100th anniversary of the Flag Resolution of 1777. However, it is believed that the first annual recognition of the flag's ...

U.S. flags typically fly at half-staff in the wake of national tragedies or after deaths of government officials, military ...

To sign up for the free e-newsletter, visit the American Legion website. For more on the U.S. flag, including flag etiquette and history, visit the Military.com Flag Day page.

Britain and the US suspect Russia of planning "false flag" attacks to create an excuse for an invasion. Russian-backed separatists have already accused Ukraine's military of a series of highly ...

Danbury City Council received donations for military flags for the American Legion Sports Center from the Civic Club and approved needed road repairs to the county.