The LuLac Edition #4324, June 14th, 2020

FLAG DAY 2020

How did Flag Day start? And is there a way you should be celebrating it?
The design of the American flag has a long history. It all began during the Revolutionary War, which began in 1775. You probably learned about it in history class: America was fighting for its freedom from the British, and the right to establish itself as an independent nation.
During this conflict, the Americans wanted a flag of their own. So they designed one: red and white stripes (like what you see on a flag today) and the British flag (or Union Jack) in the corner.

But George Washington had a problem with the British symbol still being incorporated. He thought this might lower morale for the soldiers who were fighting to get away from the British leadership. So, he petitioned to have a new flag created.
On June 14, 1777, the new flag, which had 13 stars in a blue corner, was created to represent American freedom. That flag eventually transitioned into the same one we fly today, with 50 stars for 50 states.
Flag Day became an official holiday much later, in 1916. The best way to celebrate Flag Day is a no-brainer. Wave your flags high and proud. You can do this by putting an American flag outside of your home or office.

On Aug. 3, 1949, President Harry S. Truman officially declared June 14 as Flag Day.