Wonder. Awe. Pride. Love of country and love of my countrymen. These are the emotions that sweep over me when I see our flag flying, or when I hear the National Anthem that our flag inspired. The flag was intended to be a universal emblem to unite Americans, and it has a rich history, which led to the establishment of a holiday recognizing its importance as a national symbol. Do you know the story?
Flag Day is celebrated each year on June 14, the date on which the American flag was officially adopted in 1777. While it is an oft overlooked holiday, it presents a great opportunity for teaching our children about history, and the symbolism which our flag represents.
