On December 3, 1775, the flag of the 13 original Colonies is raised for the first time. Navy lieutenant John Paul Jones hoists the Continental Colors, also called the Grand Union Flag, aboard the ...

It discusses the flag's evolution from the Grand Union Flag during the Revolutionary War to the current design with 50 stars representing the 50 states. The film highlights key historical events ...

WASHINGTON -- The first Flag Day observance in the United States took place June 14, 1861, "and it occurred only because the people of Hartford, Connecticut, wished to express their support for ...

On December 3, 1775, the flag of the 13 original Colonies is raised for the first time. Navy lieutenant John Paul Jones hoists the Continental Colors, also called the Grand Union Flag, aboard the ...