A family-run company, Metal Art of Wisconsin, offers an array of patriotic products for families, friends and neighbors — including wooden American flags that kids can work on.

The ‘All American Flag Act’ would require government-purchased flags to be produced with 100% American-made materials as well as manufactured in the U.S.

Except in situations when there is imminent danger to life or property, the American flag should not be flown with the union down, according to the U.S. Department of Defense.

America's flag throughout history. The 50 stars and 13 stripes that make up the U.S. flag will celebrate its 65 birthday on July 4. Hawaii became the 50th state in 1959, and on July 4, 1960, the ...