Georgia has had the most state flags in the US, with seven official flags since 1879. Prior to this, no official state flag existed, and during the Civil War, Georgia flew a variety of flags. The most recent change was in 2003, returning to the original “Stars and Bars” design with the coat of arms […]
The current North Carolina state flag was adopted in 1885, replacing a design used during the Civil War. It features a red and white horizontal bar with a blue vertical bar on the left, displaying the letters NC and two dates. The original flag was similar, but with reversed colors and a white star. North […]
The Connecticut state flag was adopted in 1897, with a white rococo coat of arms featuring three vines and bordered with acorns and white oak leaves. The oak leaves and acorns symbolize strength, endurance, and age, while the three grapevines represent the three original colonies that formed Connecticut. The state motto, Qui Transtulit Sustinet, means […]
The Tennessee state flag, designed by LeRoy Reeves, features three white stars in a blue circle with white rings on a red background. The stars represent the state’s three geographic regions, and the colors symbolize loyalty to both the United States and Tennessee. The myth that the stars represent Tennessee as the third state admitted […]
The New Hampshire state flag features the state seal with nine stars and bay leaves on a dark blue background, representing the state’s support for the US after gaining independence. The seal depicts the USS Raleigh, built in New Hampshire, and was standardized in 1909. It was voted one of the ten worst flags in […]
The Virginia state flag was adopted in 1861 during the Civil War and features the state coat of arms and Virginia creeper. The Commonwealth seal is also included, with a woman representing virtue. Minor changes have been made over time, including the addition of a white fringe and a Virginia creeper wreath. The history of […]
False flag operations are deceptive procedures designed to appear orchestrated by another entity. They are used in war, politics, corporate world, and religious ideology. Examples include Operation Ajax in Iran and the 9/11 attacks in the US. Planned false flag operations to start a war with Cuba were also exposed. A false flag operation is […]
Oregon’s state flag was adopted in 1925 after a postmaster’s request. It is the only two-sided state flag, displaying different designs. A 2001 survey ranked it as the 40th worst-designed flag. The front features symbols of the state’s history and resources, while the back displays a beaver, the state animal. State legislators officially adopted the […]
Alabama’s state flag history began in 1861 when it adopted its first flag at the Secession Convention. It was only used for a few weeks before Alabama began using the Confederate flag. After the Civil War, Alabama used the US flag until 1891 when it designed a new flag, which became the second official state […]
State flags in the US represent individual states and are displayed in state offices alongside the US flag. Each state flag is unique and includes symbols that represent the state’s history and ethos. Some state flags have historical significance, and all-weather designs are used for durability. Damaged flags should be respectfully disposed of, and citizens […]
Rules for displaying and disposing of the American flag, known as flag protocol, aim to encourage respectful treatment of the national symbol. The rules include not allowing the flag to touch the ground, displaying it at the highest position when with other flags, and properly disposing of damaged flags through environmentally friendly burning. Violations are […]
Before 1978, the pink triangle was the symbol for the gay rights movement. In 1978, Harvey Milk commissioned Gilbert Baker to design a flag for the Gay Freedom Day Parade, resulting in the original eight-color rainbow flag representing the union. The current six-color rainbow flag is recognized worldwide as a positive representation of the LGBT […]
A traffic control signalman uses standardized symbols and gestures to maintain safe road conditions during unusual situations. Certification requirements and necessary skills vary by location, and communication devices are important tools for coordination. Machines are used in some countries instead of human workers for safety and cost reasons. A traffic control signalman is a person […]
The Red Flags Rule is a system developed by the FTC to prevent identity theft. Financial institutions and creditors must have a written program to identify and prevent identity theft, including identifying red flags, having a plan for detecting them, and committing to updating the plan. The rule affects businesses that let people pay later […]
The origins of the term “Jolly Roger” for the black pirate flag with a skull and crossbones design are uncertain. Pirates used flags to communicate their intentions and the Jolly Roger was flown to encourage a ship to surrender. The name may have originated from the English term “rogue” and the association with crafty behavior. […]
