Tattered and worn, about 1,000 American flags were brought to the Virginia War Memorial Foundation in Richmond on Monday for a solemn disposal ceremony, as outlined by federal statue.

The American flag is a powerful symbol of national pride and unity. Displaying it correctly reflects respect for the nation and its values. The Federal Flag Code (Public Law 94-344) provides ...

Additional stamps will be announced in the coming weeks and months, the postal service said. Expect stamps of the Appalachian Trail, the US flag, dahlias, winter landscapes and more.

I began my long-time interest in photographing the American flag while spending three months in Vermont in the early 1970s. As I wandered around Vermont and other New England states, I was struck ...