U.S. National Flag - Symbol of American Unity and Freedom #1769005 (License: Personal Use)

This image displays the current official flag of the United States, adopted on July 4, 1960, after Hawaii became the 50th state. It features 50 white five-pointed stars arranged in nine offset horizontal rows on a blue canton, symbolizing the 50 states, and 13 alternating red and white stripes representing the original Thirteen Colonies. The flag’s proportions, colors, and design are codified in federal law and U.S. government standards.

Used on government websites, educational resources, civic pages, and patriotic content; serves users seeking authoritative visuals for historical, legal, or ceremonial purposes related to U.S. national identity.