America’s first flag
The flag of the United States was created during a turbulent time in the country’s history. Combined with the fact that it’s meant to evolve […]
Famous Flags
Do the North and South Poles have flags?
Do the North and South Poles have flags? In both cases, the short answer is “kind of.” Here are the long answers: North Pole A […]
The Ground Zero flag: a national mystery
September 11, 2001 will forever be a day remembered by the United States and the world. Nearly 3,000 people lost their lives in terrorist attacks […]
Nepal: A “living fossil”
The flag of Nepal is arguably the most unique national flag in the world, being that it is the only non-rectangular national flag. With a […]
Pirate flags: the Jolly Roger and beyond
When you’re thinking about pirates (who doesn’t think about pirates?), odds are that you immediately think of a black flag with a skull and crossbones, […]
Star Spangled Banner
My girlfriend and I spent four days in Washington D.C. last week. One of the highlights of the trip for me (and even for my […]