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Presidents’ Day Preview: Honoring Washington, Lincoln, and the Flags That Shape Us
Presidents’ Day gives us a reason to pause. It’s a moment not only to remember who led our nation, but to reflect on the moments that asked the most of...
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Honoring MLKs Accomplishments: What Justice, Service, and Sacrifice Look Today
In 1963, over 250,000 Americans gathered in Washington, D.C. Black and white, young and old, all banded together to demand justice and dignity under the law. At the front stood...
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5 Ways To Celebrate MLK Day In The Workplace
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is the leader of the civil rights movement and the man responsible for changing the course of American history through his heroic actions for social...
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What Is Flagpole Sitting and Its History?
What Is Flagpole Sitting and Its History? It’s been a long while since the flagpole sitting records were shaking the US public. What exactly is a flagpole or pole sitting?...
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The History of an Appeal to Heaven Flag, AKA Pine Tree Flag!
What is there to say about the Pine Tree flag that you haven’t heard before? Well, the Appeal to Heaven flag also went by the name the Tree Flag and...
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The Difference Between Memorial Day vs. Veterans Day vs. Armed Forces Day
Memorial Day vs Veterans Day vs Armed Forces Day differences and similarities are sometimes challenging to explain. After all, let’s just look at the fact that one of these is...
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Bennington Flag: Meaning, History, and Facts
One of the most easily recognized flags, the Bennington flag remains a mystery. Its purpose and revolutionary spirit are much easier to define than the flag’s historical journey. Therefore, let’s...
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Top 5 Fun Facts About the American Flag
The Old Glory tells an interesting story — or in other words, fun facts about the American flag abound. It’s not really a tale as old as time, but it’s...
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When Is Lincoln's Birthday & Why Is It Celebrated?
When is Lincoln’s birthday celebrated is not an easy answer. Some states celebrate on February 11th, February 12th, and even November 25th in 2022. There are several reasons for this....
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American Flag History: An Ever-Evolving Canvas Of Freedom, Unity And Patriotism
With its 13 stripes, its 50 stars and its red, white and blue color scheme, the American flag is an iconic symbol of freedom, unity and patriotism. While the basic...
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Remembering The Anniversary Of The American Flag Being Raised In Iwo Jima
Every year on February 23, we recall the anniversary of U.S. military service members raising the American flag on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima during World War II. The...
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How Washington’s National Birthday Became Presidents Day
The day that was originally set aside to honor our nation’s first president George Washington has now become a federal holiday that honors Washington, Lincoln and, some might say, all...
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National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day: A Day Of Patriotism, Appreciation & Reflection
Each year on December 7, Americans observe National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day to honor the 2,400 U.S. military service members and civilians who died during the Imperial Japanese Navy and...
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America’s Tallest Flagpole – A Few Fun Facts
High above Sheboygan, WI is the tallest flagpole in the United States. The flagpole was erected in 2014 by Acuity Insurance, after their old flagpole toppled over as a result...
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