American Flag History
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The History of the American Flag
The American flag is rich with history and intrigue, holding stories as fascinating as the nation it represents.
The exact origins of the Stars and Stripes are somewhat mysterious. Some believe that Congressman Francis Hopkinson designed it, while others credit Betsy Ross, a seamstress from Philadelphia, for its creation.
The flag's proportions weren't standardized until June 24, 1912, meaning earlier versions often had varied star patterns and dimensions. Before this, the stars were typically arranged in a straight row, resembling today’s layout.
Various legislative acts have shaped the flag's evolution. The First Flag Act of 1777 established the flag with thirteen red and white stripes and thirteen white stars on a blue field. By January 1794, the flag featured 15 stars and 15 stripes. In 1818, it reverted to 13 stripes with a star for each state. President Taft, in 1912, arranged the stars into six horizontal rows of eight and adjusted the flag's proportions. President Eisenhower later modified the design twice in 1959, first to seven rows of seven stars, and then to a configuration of nine rows horizontally and 11 rows vertically.
Today, the American flag proudly displays 50 stars, representing each state, alongside 13 stripes, paying homage to the original colonies.
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