Since 1895, the Alabama state flag has been a crimson St. Andrew’s cross on a rectangular field of white. The design was likely intended to “preserve in permanent form some of the more distinctive ...

The American flag, the “stars & stripes,” Old Glory—whatever you want to call it, there’s no denying that it’s pretty ubiquitous. But when it comes to the flags for each individual state, it’s a whole ...

A single, documented source for state names and officially designated symbols.

The lowering of state flags to half-staff serves as a public symbol of collective mourning, respect, and remembrance. While the national period of honor for former Vice President Cheney concludes on ...

Four states will continue to fly flags at half-staff after the funeral of former Vice President Dick Cheney, to honor local figures and tragedies. The lowering of state flags to half-staff serves as a ...