Have you ever thought about how many stars are on the American flag? Do you know the logic behind those super straight stripes? Let us tell you!
The flag of USA contains a total of 13 red and white horizontal stripes that represent the former thirteen colonies. Those became autonomous of the Great Britain after independence in the year 1776.
There are a total 7 red stripes and 6 white stripes that represent courage and valor of the forefathers. The American flag has 50 total stars displayed on top of a blue color square at the top left corner. American flag stars represent 50 federal American states.
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#1. The American flag has officially 27 versions in totality.
#2. Contrary to the popular belief, Betsy Ross wasn't behind sewing the American flag. And neither has there been any evidence about the same.
#3. The American flag has 13 stripes since the very beginning except when the Vermont and Kentucky were being welcomed as the 14th and 15th state. Reverting to the original 13 colony stripes was the best decision to avoid adding the load.
#4. There wasn't any particular guideline for the placement or numbering for the stars and designers got pretty creative with it. One of the flags had a 38-concentric layout!
#5. It was Neil Armstrong who grounded the first flag on the moon - American Flag. However now, the flag has fallen, and the rest 5 out of 6 are still standing.
#6. To your surprise, the American flag stars being 50 in number was the design by a high school student. He submitted the design as a part of his school project and got a B -ve.
#7. This version is the only one that has lasted for around 50 years.
#8. The federal flag rules and regulations make sure to display the flag from sunrise to sunset. There's a proper wake to sleep schedule!
#9. Red signifies valor, White signifies purity and blue symbolize preserving and justice.
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