The now common phrase dates back to a 19th century ship captain whose American flag traveled the world The American flag got its nickname "Old Glory" from 19th-century sea captain William Driver After ...

Old Glory, the weather-beaten 17- by 10-foot banner that has long been a primary NMAH artifact, is second only to Francis Scott Key’s Star-Spangled Banner as a patriotic symbol, and is the source of ...

When U.S. flags become too soiled or too tattered, the equivalent of dying, they go to Hood Mortuary. “I collect unserviceable flags once a week and deliver them to the Hood crematorium,” Fred ...

Today the American flag turns 246 years old, but it doesn't look a day over 200. Here are some fun facts and common misconceptions about the iconic emblem.Betsy RossBetsy Ross is considered an ...

After his sailing career ended, Driver flew a massive U.S. flag over his family's store in Nashville, where it became a target during the Civil War When northern forces took back the Tennessee capital ...