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There are a number of art festivals and shows held on 4th of July weekend, and some may do a whopping business selling American flag art to those feeling patriotic and proud. Shown are students of Godbey School of Art (stephaniegodbey.com) with  painting variations and interpretations of the American flag.

FLAG DESIGN:

• There actually have been many American flag variations starting with the first flag  resolution in 1777.
• A number of flags loosely based on the prescribed design were used in the early years of American independence.
• At one time the flag even had 15 stripes, but 2 were removed to the current 13 representing the original colonies.
• When a new state is admitted to the U.S., the state’s star on the American flag design becomes official on the first July 4 (Independence Day) following admission of that new state.
• Our current flag with 50 stars has been in existence the longest of any American flag design.
• There is no clear evidence as to who should get credit for the American flag design.
• The exact colors to be used in the flag are prescribed as White, Old Glory Red, and Old Glory Blue.
• As of Feb. 2014 our US military and government agencies are required to purchase American flags made in America.
• The majority of American flags purchased are made in China.
• Several reputable flag makers proudly produce American flags in the United States, though their prices are often higher than foreign made flags.