U.S. Flag - Official Design, History, and Symbolism #1908478 (License: Personal Use)

The U.S. flag features 13 horizontal stripes-seven red and six white-symbolizing the original Thirteen Colonies, and a blue canton with 50 white five-pointed stars representing the current 50 states. Adopted in its current form on July 4, 1960, after Hawaii became the 50th state, it is governed by federal law (4 U.S. Code §1-2) regarding proportions, colors, and display protocols. The flag is a powerful emblem of American identity, unity, and democratic values.

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