U.S. Flag - Official Design, History, and Symbolism #1767993 (License: Personal Use)

This image displays the current official flag of the United States, featuring 50 white five-pointed stars arranged in nine offset horizontal rows on a blue canton, symbolizing the 50 states. The 13 alternating red and white stripes represent the original Thirteen Colonies that declared independence from Great Britain. Adopted on July 4, 1960, after Hawaii became the 50th state, it remains unchanged to date.

Used on government websites, educational resources, patriotic events, and civic pages; serves user intent for learning about U.S. symbolism, flag etiquette, or historical context.