The winner of U.S. Flag drawing, which was held in conjunction with the Zip Code Day festivities on 6-14-14 at the grade school during the Altona fireworks show was Sara Varner from Oneida. Thank you to everyone for participating. Remember to show your American pride. Fly the flag!!!
Saturday June 14, 2014 is Flag Day!! Show your patriotism to our country by flying the American flag!
Some Flag Day facts:
- 13 Stripes (7 red, 6 white)
- 50 Stars
- Contrary to popular belief, the first official U.S. flag had 13 stars in a staggered pattern, not in a circle as in the Betsy Ross flag.
- 6 flags are on the moon- The U.S. flag is flown at half staff for 30 days following the death of a current or former U.S. President.
- Colors of the flag:
Red - valor and bravery
White - purity and innocence
Blue - vigilance, perseverance, justice
Some Flag Day facts:
- 13 Stripes (7 red, 6 white)
- 50 Stars
- Contrary to popular belief, the first official U.S. flag had 13 stars in a staggered pattern, not in a circle as in the Betsy Ross flag.
- 6 flags are on the moon- The U.S. flag is flown at half staff for 30 days following the death of a current or former U.S. President.
- Colors of the flag:
Red - valor and bravery
White - purity and innocence
Blue - vigilance, perseverance, justice