From USFlag.org No one knows with absolute certainty who designed the first stars and stripes or who made it. Congressman Francis Hopkinson seems most likely to have designed it, and few historians believe that Betsy Ross, a Philadelphia seamstress, made the first one. Until the Executive Order of June 24, 1912, neither the order of the stars nor the proportions of the flag … [Read more...]
Come celebrate the Fourth of July at Summer Bash 2011
June 29, 2011 by Diane Betzler Staff Writer EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Summer's here and like years past, the 95th Force Support Squadron welcomes in the lazy days with a Summer Bash that's sure to have something for everyone. Open and free to the entire Edwards community, the July 4th celebration will begin at 4:30 p.m. and is scheduled to run till 10 p.m. "It's the … [Read more...]
Air Force Officials Urge Safe July 4th Weekend
June, 28 2011 by Masao Doi Air Force Safety Center KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. (AFNS) -- With summer in full swing and the July 4th weekend approaching, officials at the Air Force Safety Center want to remind Airmen of steps they can take to minimize the potential for mishaps. Maj. Gen. Greg Feest, Air Force chief of safety, said although there are many activities to enjoy … [Read more...]
U.S Takes Top Rank in Mililtary Confidence
By Donna Miles American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, June 28, 2011 -- Americans continue to express high confidence in the armed forces, with more than three-quarters of those surveyed in a recent Gallup poll reporting higher confidence in the military than in other national institutions for the 14th consecutive year. Seventy-eight percent of the 1,020 respondents in the … [Read more...]
Independence Day, 2011
6/28/2011 by U.S. Air Force Public Affairs/ Douglas Lefforge Public Affairs WASHINGTON D.C.- -- HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AMERICA! Today is a day for celebration. And whether with parades, fireworks, backyard barbeques, or enjoying the seventh-inning stretch at a baseball game, we Americans know how to celebrate the 4th of July...because, today is our Nation's birthday -- our … [Read more...]