Americans across the country are marking Flag Day, an annual observance that honors the adoption of the U.S. flag on June 14, 1777. According to a recent White House proclamation, President Donald J. Trump designated yesterday, as Flag Day and encouraged all Americans to display the flag and participate in related observances throughout National Flag Week.
The proclamation highlights the role of the flag throughout American history, stating that it has been present during major events and serves as a symbol of national identity. The origins of Flag Day trace back to a resolution by the Second Continental Congress, which established the red, white, and blue banner as the nation's flag.
National Flag Week began on Sudnay last week, and includes calls for public displays of the flag and civic activities, such as reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. Federal buildings are also instructed to display the flag during this time. The observance continues through Independence Day, providing a period for Americans to recognize the historical and national importance of the flag.
