The blue canton contained 13 stars, representing the original 13 colonies, but the layout varied. Although nobody knows for sure who designed the flag, it may have been Continental Congress member Francis Hopkinson. The U.S. flag is a strong symbol of American identity and national pride. Also called Old Glory, The Star Spangled Banner, or simply The Stars and Stripes, the U.S. flag has a colorful history and has undergone many changes since the first official flag of 1777.

The U.S. Flag Code includes correct protocols for flag flying and half-staff days, tips for how to display your flag properly, how to fold the US flag and the meaning behind each step. Within our guides, you'll also learn proper disposal or retirement of the American flag. The flag should never be displayed with the union (stars) down, unless as a signal of dire distress. The flag should never touch anything beneath it, such as the ground, the floor, water, or merchandise. The flag should never be carried flat or horizontally, but always aloft and free.

The national American flag is the most recognizable symbol in the world, carrying forth a message of enduring freedom, courage, bravery and prosperity.

 If your American flag does not come with a label confirming that it was, "Made in America," it probably wasn't. Our American-made flags are sewn with pride by American men and women.

At Star Spangled Flags we love what we do, and flags are our passion. You can check out our blog for interesting and informative reads on flags and flag history. Nothing affirms your dedication to the basic American principles of liberty and courage than proudly flying the American Flag. Given the importance of the flag and what it means today, we believe it is important that the flag is made in the United States by American workers. We guarantee all our American flags are 100% U.S. made.

The flag is a common motif on decals for car windows, and on clothing ornamentation such as badges and lapel pins. Throughout the world the flag has been used in public discourse to refer to the United States. When you are looking to buy an American flag, make sure that the flag you are getting is one that will last you a long time.

Star Spangled Flags carries every type of American flag imaginable, from indoor flags and flagpoles to outdoor wall mounting kits. You can choose between nylon flags and polyester American flags of varying qualities from home use to G-SPEC official government size flags. We carry a huge selection of American flags to choose from including hand flags, indoor flags, banner flags and outdoor flags.

Browse our selection of heavy duty American flags, ranging from a 12” x 18” flag to the popular 3’ x 5’ size for outdoor home displays. Flag sizes range all the way up to a huge 30’ x 60’ – ideal for schools, government buildings and office parks. Whether you need a display flag for the holidays or an American nylon flag that’s going to be up for weeks at a time, you can choose from outdoor American flags made of nylon, polyester, or cotton.