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The History of Texas Independence Day and Why Texans Celebrate It
Did you know that before becoming America’s 28th state on December 29, 1845, Texas was its own independent country for nearly a decade? To earn its freedom, this sparsely populated... Read More
The Top 10 Best City Flags
Flags play an important role in capturing a nation's identity, which is why every country has its own emblem. Just like the American flag, which inspires national pride, U.S. city... Read More
Exploring the Minnesota Flag Redesign: A New Era in State Symbolism
Minnesota has recently announced the adoption of a new flag design, marking an exciting chapter for the North Star state. Its new state flag masterfully blends its rich history with... Read More

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California State Flag History and Design
The History Behind the California Flag Design Nicknamed “The Golden State” because of its native golden poppies and the “gold rush” that began within its borders in 1848, California was... Read More
Georgia State Flag History and Design
The History Behind the Georgia Flag Design Nicknamed “The Peach State” as a nod to one of its top agricultural products, Georgia was the fourth state to be admitted to... Read More
Texas State Flag History And Design
The History Behind the Texas Flag Design Nicknamed “The Lone Star State,” Texas was the 28th state to be admitted to the Union by an act of Congress on December... Read More
North Carolina State Flag History And Design
The History Behind the N.C. Flag Design Nicknamed “The Tar Heel State” and “The Old North State,” North Carolina was one of the thirteen British colonies in North America that... Read More
Top 10 Most Memorable State Flags
Ever see a state flag that really catches your eye and makes you wonder what the story behind it might be? At Freedom and Glory, we thought it’d be fun... Read More
History Of Durham And Its City Flag
The City Durham flag features four colors; royal blue, red, gold and white. Each color represents a core value or principle of Durham. The blue is for courage, red for... Read More