As the new country developed it became evident that a flag should be created as a symbolic representation of it. The ...

Flags are at half-staff this weekend in seven U.S. states to honor the memory and passing of several public servants and others recently, following proclamations from federal and state officials.

One year later, flags across the United States are being flown at half-staff to honor the lives lost then and in the continuing war. Militants from Hamas crossed into Israeli territory on Oct. 7 ...

There are specific holidays and events when flags are flown at half-staff in the United States, according to the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs website. That includes: Memorial Day ...