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What is Flag Day? Why we celebrate it on June 14 (usatoday.com) "On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress adopted the "Stars and Stripes" as the original American flag. The same flag was used when the Declaration of Independence was signed to give a flag for the entire country rather than each state having their own.
"There have been a few notable changes to the flag since its original design in 1777 − namely the addition of 37 stars.
"President Woodrow Wilson made the observance an official day on May 30, 1916 via a presidential proclamation. The day had already been celebrated prior to that point, but he made it an officially recognized day.
Is there mail on Flag Day?
"Yes, Flag Day is not a federal holiday and the United States Post Office will operate as normal. In fact, banks and schools will also remain open." . . .
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