Frequently Asked Questions

No law or provisions of the Flag Code prohibit the use or display of any previously authorized flag of the United States, therefor the United States Flag never becomes obsolete.  Any approved American Flag may continue to be used and displayed until no longer serviceable.  In fact, Fort McHenry is a U.S. government facility and still flies the 15 Star / 15 Stripe Star Spangled Banner to this day!

We fly historical flags on our property to share the unique variants of the flags that came before our present-day American Flag, and to share a little American history relating to the flags with all who pass by.  

Simple, this is not intended to be a one-stop resource for all historical American flags, but rather a quick reference for anyone walking or driving by who wants to learn a little more about the unique flags flying in front of our house. 

We did not start this website as a searchable resource for all things relating to the history of American Flags, but simply to share with the passerby of our flags a little information about the ones we are displaying.  The flags listed on this site are the ones that may be seen displayed outside our house.

If you would like more information regarding the many other historical flags that exist, I encourage you to check our LINKS page for references to some great informational pages!

Just a patriotic American who has worn a flag on my sleeve for many years.  I love this country and believe that the American Flag is a symbol of unity, freedom, and liberty of all Americans regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, or cultural background.  

Many flags have flown over this land, or have been carried by individuals who fought for our right to be free today, and I wanted to be able to share some of the stories that formed our country and gave us the rights we all enjoy today.

What started as one unique historical flag on the front of our home has grown into a small collection that changes frequently.  When we take down the current 50-star flag and replace it with a historical banner, we felt it was appropriate to share the reason for the change, and thus this website was born to share information.  

As mentioned elsewhere, this is not intended to be a one-stop resource for all historical American flags, but rather a quick reference for anyone walking or driving by who wants to learn a little more about the unique flags flying in front of our house.

The flag code states that: "The flag should never be fastened, displayed, used, or stored in such a manner as to permit it to be easily torn, soiled, or damaged in any way." and that it should always be "aloft and free."

So why is ours tied down?  Quite simply, we live on a very windy corner.  Without the method we use to secure the flag anything we hoist would simply appear to be a red, white, and blue spear in a matter of minutes.  Believe me, we have tried it all and this is the only way we have found to display the flag in all of its glory.

Reading the flag code, it is my belief that we are following the spirit of the law and regulations in a such a way that honors the flag.  The manner with which we secure our flags is done respectfully and carefully to ensure that damage or tearing from high winds is prevented to the greatest extent possible.  

This method not only keeps the flags proudly displayed in all weather, but also protects them from undue wear and tear while remaining as aloft and free as possible to wave in the breeze.

Absolutely!  This is why we designed the site, to share information.  We do not make any money from this website, nor do we sell anything.  But if you find the information valuable and want to share, please do!