As we approach Independence Day in America, I’d be remiss if I didn’t post this wonderful piece by my dear friend, Frank Jordan. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! -Doug Frankly Speaking by Frank Jordan Is “Old Glory” a name for all U.S. stars and stripes flags, or a specific and real U.S. flag, or both? Both! The actual Old Glory,” a huge weather-beaten American flag 191 years old, now resides in the Smithsonian National Museum of American History. “Old Glory” is our most venerated historical American flag and, together with Francis Scott Key’s Star-Spangled Banner, are our most famous patriotic symbols for the United States of America. When we refer to American flags today, we often describe a U.S. flag as “Old Glory,” but in fact there is only one original “Old Glory.” |
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