"The American Flag — A Handbook of History & Etiquette" is a pocket-sized companion that serves as the ultimate guide to American flag etiquette. This indispensable resource is a tribute to the nation's most recognized symbol of freedom and patriotism, offering details in laws relating to the U.S. flag, such as how to properly display and care for it.  The book also contains information about the Pledge of Allegiance and Flag Day, and a list of dates on which each state joined the Union.

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According to oral history, in 1776, George Washington, Robert Morris, and George Ross visited Betsy Ross at her upholstery shop in Philadelphia. Washington presented a sketch of a flag for Betsy to make, comprised of 13 red and white stripes and 13 six-pointed stars.

On May 29, 1777, Betsy Ross was paid by the Pennsylvania State Navy Board for making flags. On June 14, 1777, Congress adopted the Stars and Stripes as our official national flag.