Flag Fact Friday! 10/14/16 Friday, October 14, 2016 The following is a quote from the Department of Defense website. “Thank you for your inquiry about the proper placement of the American flag on the uniform of the U.S. Armed Forces. Army Regulation 670-1, “Wear and Appearance of Army Uniforms and Insignia,” updated most recently September 5, 2003, addresses explicitly the proper and lawful placement of the U.S. flag patch on the Army uniform. Read more
Flag Fact Friday! 10/7/16 Friday, October 7, 2016 Betsy Ross is widely credited with designing the first American flag, but there is almost no evidence to support that claim. The only records of Ross’ involvement came from her own grandson in 1870, when he presented the Historical Society of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia with affidavits from his own family members as evidence. Read more
Flag Fact Friday! 9/30/16 Friday, September 30, 2016 If early politicians had their way, you would see a lot less of the American flag. While the battle over perceived desecration of the flag remains a hot button issue today, some of the first anti-desecration measures had little to do with flag burning or other destructive measures. Read more
Flag Fact Friday! 9/23/16 Friday, September 23, 2016 Despite the harsh temperatures and conditions of the moon’s atmosphere, five of the six flags that were planted during the Apollo missions are still standing. Read more
Happy Independence Day! Friday, July 1, 2016 Happy Independence Weekend! Please note that we will be closed on Monday July 4th in observance of Independence Day. Everyone please have a safe & enjoyable weekend, and thank you to all those who have served our country to maintain our freedom! Read more