The Miami Springs Community will be able to celebrate Flag Day and support our veterans. There will be a special event this Saturday, June 14th (Flag Day) at the Miami Springs War Memorial located on Curtiss Parkway.
The event is free and open to the public.
FLAG DAY
Flag Day in the United States is celebrated every year on June 14, commemorating the adoption of the American flag in 1777. While it’s not a federal holiday, it’s an important day of patriotic observance that honors the symbol of the nation and its values.
📜 History of Flag Day
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June 14, 1777: The Second Continental Congress passed a resolution stating:
“Resolved, That the flag of the thirteen United States be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white; that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation.”
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1885: A Wisconsin teacher named Bernard J. Cigrand is credited with proposing the idea of Flag Day. He held a celebration with his students and campaigned for a national observance.
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1916: President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation establishing June 14 as National Flag Day, though it was not yet officially recognized by Congress.
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1949: President Harry S. Truman signed an Act of Congress that officially designated June 14 as National Flag Day.
🇺🇸 Importance of Flag Day
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Symbol of Unity and Freedom
The flag represents the ideals of liberty, justice, and national unity. Flag Day provides an opportunity to reflect on these values and the history behind the U.S. flag. -
Respect and Patriotism
It’s a day to show respect for the flag, especially through proper flag etiquette, displays, and educational activities. Schools, veterans’ organizations, and communities often hold ceremonies or parades. -
Recognition of Sacrifice
For many, it’s a day to honor veterans and active service members who serve under the flag and have fought to protect what it represents. -
Civic Education
Flag Day is often used as a teaching moment in schools to explain the meaning of the flag, the significance of its design, and the broader principles of democracy and citizenship.
⭐ Quick Facts About the U.S. Flag
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Stars: Represent the 50 states
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Stripes: 13 for the original colonies
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Colors:
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Red: Hardiness and valor
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White: Purity and innocence
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Blue: Vigilance, perseverance, and justice
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