Flags are more than just colors on cloth; they're symbols that represent a nation's identity, history and values. A green and white flag can mean very different things, depending on the country.

There were 10 finalists in the contests, and nearly 385,000 people voted. The existing flag received 43% of the votes, more ...

In general, however, straight rows of stars and proportions similar to those later adopted officially were used. The principal acts affecting the flag of the United States are the following: ...