For example, the Netherlands’ red, white and blue flag from the 1500s set a precedent ... The British Union Jack’s colors impacted flags in former British colonies, such as the U.S ...

The U.S., France, Chile and more all have this commonality: red, white and blue flags. Here's why, as explained by Ted Kaye of the North American Vexillological Association.

This Memorial Day tens of thousands of American flags are planted at graves, like those at Fort Snelling, to honor the nation's fallen soldiers. But why is the flag red, white and blue? Good Question.