This post is a combination of four posts that we like to call “The American Flag Suite.” You can read each post individually by following these links: America’s First Flag, America’s First “Stars and Stripes”, The Myth and Legend of Betsy Ross, and Post Revolutionary War to Today. America’s First Flag If you ever get the … More United States of America
Togo’s flag history, like many African nations, started with its European colonization. In 1884, German explorers signed a treaty with King Mlapa III to create the German protectorate of Togoland, containing present day Togo and the Volta Region of Ghana. Prior to World War I, German colonies all had their own flags – usually the historic German … More Togo: “Golden” flag
While the American flag’s foundation was laid during the American Revolutionary War, the country’s growth, vague laws, and new precedents allowed the flag to evolve along with the country. During the American Revolutionary War, the American Flag’s symbolism translated well to an attractive flag design. Thirteen states were represented by 13 stars and 13 stripes. But … More The American Flag: Post Revolutionary War to today
Fun Flag Facts 