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American Flag is held in high regard and is a widely recognized symbol of the United States of America. The USA flag is made in the colors of the United States: red, white, and blue, which were each attributed with specific meanings when Congress adopted the Great Seal. The red symbolizes hardiness and valor, the white shows purity and innocence, and the blue signifies vigilance, perseverance, and justice. The stars are said to symbolize the heavens, while the stripes are rays of light from the sun. The USA flag symbolizes freedom and promotes nationalism.
The flag is used to promote nationalism, especially on national holidays, such as Independence day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, and President's Day.
Some of the flag's nicknames are:
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The oldest signer of the Declaration of Independence was Benjamin Franklin who was 70. The youngest was Edward Rutledge at 26 years old.
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