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Across the country this week, Americans will fly the stars and stripes proudly in honor of Flag Day. Flag Day was established in 1916 by President Woodrow Wilson as June 14 of each year, to celebrate and honor this symbol of American tradition and history.

“I’m proud to help honor this iconic symbol of our nation, of the founding principles that make our nation so great: life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. We must remember that we are united as Americans under this flag, and fly it proudly today and always,” U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga, MI-02, said in remarks commemorating the occasion.

Facts About Flag Day and the U.S. Flag:

• On this day in 1777, the Second Continental Congress adopted the Stars and Stripes as the national flag.
• A national Flag Day was established in 1916 by President Woodrow Wilson.
• The look of the flag has evolved over time, through 28 different designs.
• The design of the current flag was established July 4, 1960, under Executive Order 10834 by  President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Three sections dictate: the design and position of the stripes; the stars; and finally, the dimensions of the flag.

Please visit the Library of Congress’s information page to learn more even more about Flag Day!

Did You Know?

• U.S. flags may be purchased through Huizenga’s office, and if you'd like, he can have it flown over the Capitol. All flags flown over the Capitol are accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. Flags may be flown for a particular person, event, or organization, and may be flown on a specific date. For more information or to order, please click here.