Colonial Flag Foundation

Every flag is unique. Every flag is raised by someone who cares. Each one stands in memory of a veteran, a father, a son, a friend a life that shaped our freedom. At Colonial Flag Foundation, we honor these stories, knowing that behind every flag is a heart, a memory, and a promise never forgotten.

Happy Presidents Day!

Did You Know? (Donald Trump Edition)

Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States, was born on June 14, 1946, in the borough of Queens, New York City. He was born into a wealthy family, with his father, Fred Trump, being a successful real estate developer.

From an early age, Trump was exposed to the world of business and entrepreneurship through his father’s ventures. His father’s influence, coupled with the prosperous environment he grew up in, played a significant role in shaping his future path.

Trump attended the Kew-Forest School in Queens until the age of 13 when he was then sent to the New York Military Academy. There, he developed discipline, leadership skills, and an interest in structure, which would later manifest in his approach to business and politics.

After finishing high school, Trump enrolled at Fordham University before transferring to the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He graduated in 1968 with a degree in economics.

Did You Know? (Abraham Lincoln Edition)

• Abraham Lincoln was not a native of Illinois. He was actually born in Kentucky!

• Lincoln was mostly self-taught. He never had a formal education and was mostly self-taught with the help of a few itinerant teachers!

• Lincoln had a great sense of humor. During the Lincoln-Douglas Debates, Stephen Douglas called Lincoln two-faced. Lincoln's retort? "Honestly, if I were two-faced, would I be showing you this one?

• He loved cats! He was gifted two cats by Secretary of State William Seward. Their names were Tabby and Dixie, and Lincoln would play with them for hours!

Did You Know? (George Washington Edition)

• George Washington's formal education ended at age 11.

• At just 16, Washington became a professional land surveyor.

• At 22, Washington accidentally helped start a world war.

• Washington was America's first mule breeder.

When the founders completed the Constitution in 1787, they needed nine states to approve it before it would become law. Antifederalists, who opposed the Constitution, worried that a strong central government would threaten the rights of the people. To win over important states like New York and Virginia, Federalists—supporters of the new Constitution—pledged to include a Bill of Rights that would protect individual liberties and restrict government power. Congress suggested twelve amendments, but only ten were ultimately adopted by the states. These ten amendments, known as the Bill of Rights, form the cornerstone of American freedom by ensuring limited government and protecting personal rights.

The National Guard is a unique and essential part of the U.S. military, fulfilling both state and federal duties. With over 430,000 dedicated civilian soldiers, it serves as a crucial component of the U.S. armed forces. As its domestic responsibilities expand, the National Guard also remains committed to its role in global operations. The Air National Guard, in particular, plays a vital role in military intelligence, undertaking missions in Ukraine and the Middle East with courage and purpose.

Happy Birthday to the National Guard, and thank you for your service!

This team of U.S. skydivers have set a world record for the largest jump in free fall! We love seeing such a patriotic and congratulate them proudly on their outstanding performance!

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Not everyday you are given a helicopter and told to film some awesome American ingenuity and world record patriotic stunts with your badass friends. Grateful to Steve & Sara Curtis, and the crew who set this all up, for the opportunity to join this group of badass and possibly crazy people! 🙏 #worldrecord #americanflag #skydivearizona #aerialvideo

On July 20th, 1969, astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin made history as the first humans to set foot on the lunar surface. They carried a 3'x5' nylon U.S. flag designed specifically for the their expedition to the Moon. Due to the lack of natural wind in space, NASA engineered a telescoping horizonal rod to hold the flag open, creating the iconic rippled "waving" look seen in many of the photos taken of the event.

The flag wasn't placed as a territorial claim. In accordance with Outer Space Treaty, it stood as a symbol of human achievement, representing what humanity can accomplish through innovation and exploration

While the original Apollo 11 flag likely fell over during the lunar module's liftoff and has since been bleached white by intense solar radiation, later missions' flagpoles are still believed to be standing on the Moon today. 🌑