The American Flag

What do the different colors and symbols of the American flag mean?

Young black boy holding flag at 4th July family garden

Look at the great American flag. Do you remember what each part of the flag symbolizes, or represents? Click on the pictures to learn more.

	The stripes represent the original 13 colonies.
	The stars represent the 50 states.
	The color red symbolizes bravery.
	The color white symbolizes purity and innocence.
	The color blue symbolizes perseverance and justice.

American flag waving in blue sky with clouds on a flag pole

The flag is a great symbol of the United States. It needs to be treated with respect and honor. Did you know that there is a United States Flag Code that specifies the rules for how to treat an American flag? In this lesson, you will learn how to display the American flag.