For more than a century, “The Star-Spangled Banner” has been played or sung before sporting events across the nation. And ...

More than 4,000 guests streamed through the gates carrying their heirlooms, curiosities and long-held questions. The hope: to ...

The flag was made during the summer of 1813 as a simple garrison flag, but after the British attacked Baltimore in 1814, it gained recognition as the "Star Spangled Banner". The flag became a valued ...

The U.S. Army Field Band delivered a stunning rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" at Fort McHenry for Defenders Day. This ...

Object Details Publisher National Museum of American History, Kenneth E. Behring Center Description Teacher's guide for use on a field trip to a fort or other historic site. After a reading of The ...

From Where I Sit is an ongoing series written by regular guest columnists who represent a range of Yakima Valley voices and ...

Inspired by the sight of the American flag after battle, Francis Scott Key wrote “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Its vivid imagery captured the spirit of survival, symbolizing the nation's push ...

In any case, the tale of Old Glory became a classic example of United States patriotism and a nickname for all American flags that followed — generations later, and especially on July Fourth, families ...

The first celebration of the U.S. Flag's birthday was held in 1877, on the 100th anniversary of the Flag Resolution of 1777.

The Elks was the first fraternal body to require formal observation of Flag Day,” Gina Tirado said Grangeville Elks Lodge Exalted Ruler at the organization’s June 11 celebration.

The July Fourth weekend is approaching; here's what you should know for your travel plans to Washington D.C., Maryland, and ...