In the United States, June 14 is a very special date. It commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States, or Flag Day. This event happened on that day in 1777 by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. However, it wasn’t until 1916 that President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation that officially established June 14 as Flag Day, and in August 1949, National Flag Day was established by an Act of Congress. Although it’s not a federal holiday, it is celebrated as a state holiday across the U.S.
The week of June 14 is designated as "National Flag Week." During this week, the president will issue a proclamation urging U.S. citizens to fly the American flag for the time period. The flag should also be displayed on all government buildings. Some organizations hold parades and events in celebration of America's national flag and everything it represents. The Star-Spangled Banner Flag House in Baltimore, Maryland, birthplace of the flag that inspired Francis Scott Key to pen his famous poem, has celebrated Flag Day since the inception of a museum on the property in 1927.
The annual celebration commemorates the Star-Spangled Banner and its creator Mary Pickersgill. Here are some quotes to commemorate this important day.
“I believe our flag is more than just cloth and ink. It is a universally recognized symbol that stands for liberty, and freedom. It is the history of our nation, and it's marked by the blood of those who died defending it.” - John Thune
“As long as I live, I will never forget that day 21 years ago when I raised my hand and took the oath of citizenship. Do you know how proud I was? I was so proud that I walked around with an American flag around my shoulders all day long.” - Arnold Schwarzenegger
“The American flag is the symbol of our freedom, national pride, and history.” - Mike Fitzpatrick
“Our flag honors those who have fought to protect it and is a reminder of the sacrifice of our nation's founders and heroes. As the ultimate icon of America's storied history, the Stars and Stripes represent the very best of this nation.” - Joe Barton
“The American flag is the most recognized symbol of freedom and democracy in the world.” - Virginia Foxx
“The American flag, Old Glory, standing tall and flying free over American soil for 228 years is the symbol of our beloved country. It is recognized from near and afar, and many lives have been lost defending it.” - Jeff Miller
“The American flag represents all of us and all the values we hold sacred.” - Adrian Cronauer
“I stand fearlessly for small dogs, the American Flag, motherhood, and the Bible. That's why people love me.” - Art Linkletter
“I can remember standing in the middle of the field after the race and seeing the American flag raised and hearing 'The Star-Spangled Banner' and all the people singing it. Then I walked off the field and just kind of enjoyed the feeling.” - Elizabeth Robinson Schwartz
“I savored my time on top of the podium by watching the American flag rise up out of the crowd as the anthem played, thinking about how every single second of training I've done was for this minute and how many people played a role in my achievement.” - Hannah Kearney
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