Celebrating Flag Day

As we celebrate Flag Day, let us remember the freedom, liberty, and unity that it symbolizes and the generations of American patriots who have dedicated their lives to uphold, defend, and protect our nation.

By Ambassador Callista L. Gingrich

In 1949, Congress approved a joint resolution formally establishing June 14 as Flag Day to commemorate the day that the Stars and Stripes became the official symbol of the United States of America.

Nearly 250 years ago, on June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress in Philadelphia adopted a resolution to establish the offic…