American Flag History and Significance

The video explores the history and significance of Flag Day in the USA, celebrated on June 14th. It covers the origins of the holiday, initiated by teacher BJ Sigrand in 1885, and its recognition by the state of New York. The significance of June 14th is tied to the adoption of the Stars and Stripes in 1777. The video also discusses the American Revolution's impact on the flag's creation and the modern observance of Flag Day, including its legal status. The design changes of the flag, including the addition of stars for new states, are highlighted, concluding with a call to action for viewers.

Who was responsible for creating the first observance of Flag Day?

• Thomas Jefferson

• BJ Sigrand

• Abraham Lincoln

• George Washington

What is the significance of June 14th in American history?

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the official flag

• The end of the American Civil War

• The first Thanksgiving celebration

During the American Revolution, what did the colonists fight under?

• A single unified flag

• Their own individual flags

• The British flag

• The French flag

What do the 13 stripes on the American flag represent?

• The 13 original colonies

• The 13 founding fathers

• The 13 major battles of the Revolution

• The 13 amendments in the Bill of Rights

Which president first officially set June 14th as Flag Day?

• Harry S. Truman

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

• Woodrow Wilson

• George Washington

Which state recognizes Flag Day as a legal state holiday?

• Pennsylvania

• Massachusetts

• Virginia

• New York

When was the current design of the American flag officially approved?

• 1912

• 1776

• 1960

• 1949

Who is traditionally credited with sewing the first American flag?

• Betsy Ross

• Francis Hopkinson

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

How many times has the design of the American flag changed since 1912?

• 15 times

• 27 times

• 10 times

• 50 times

Which state was the 50th star added to the American flag for?

• Alaska

• Hawaii

• Arizona

• New Mexico