U.S. Flag - Official National Symbol of the United States #3477979 (License: Personal Use)

This image shows the current official flag of the United States, adopted on July 4, 1960, after Hawaii became the 50th state. The design consists of thirteen horizontal stripes-seven red alternating with six white-representing the original Thirteen Colonies, and a blue canton in the upper hoist-side corner bearing fifty small, white, five-pointed stars arranged in nine offset horizontal rows. The flag is governed by federal law and executive orders regarding its display, respect, and usage in civic and ceremonial contexts.

Used on government websites, educational resources, patriotic content, veterans’ organizations, and civic events; matches user intent for historical reference, flag etiquette, or visual identification of U.S. national symbols.