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Summer is here, and it’s a great time to celebrate holidays of remembrance, holidays of Independence, and overall summer festivities. While there are many great ways to celebrate these patriotic holidays, we must ensure that in our celebration with food and festive décor, we’re not inadvertently dishonoring American flags or the servicemen/women whom we’re trying to recognize.
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release December 5, 2013 DEATH OF NELSON MANDELA – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Today, the United States has lost a close friend, South Africa has lost an incomparable liberator, and the world has lost an… continue
By Cheryl Rings East Greenbush, NY – November, 2013 – In honor of veterans and as a fun way to make a difference, Gettysburg Flag Works is celebrating No-Shave-November. Business owner Mike Cronin, a Vietnam era veteran, and the men on the staff are all putting down their razors to raise awareness and cash for AMVETS… continue
A PRESIDENTIAL PROCLAMATION As a mark of respect for the memory of Thomas S. Foley, former Speaker of the House of Representatives, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States… continue
I think a lot of people would be surprised to know that Halloween is a pretty popular season for the flag industry! Why? Well, Holiday Decorations play a part. After all, what other holiday brings so many strangers to your door? Aside from Christmas, it may also be the most decorated holiday of the year in the United… continue