Flag Protocol

Government and Politics

The American flag at the White House represents the presidency, the nation, and shared civic identity. This guide explains how and why the flag is displayed, official protocols,...

flags

The flag commonly called the Union Jack is the national flag of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Also known as the Union Flag when used on land, it comb...

government-and-civic

Flags in Texas are at half mast to honor the death of a prominent figure or significant event and to direct public respect. When the governor issues a statewide order, most U.S....

flag-symbols

Facts about the Union Jack begin with its identity: a national flag of the United Kingdom, not a generic symbol. It combines the crosses of three historic patron saints and refl...

Government

Flying the U.S. flag at half-staff at the White House signals national mourning and is ordered by presidential proclamation or federal directive. This verified explainer outline...

Guides And Explainers

The Union Flag, often called the Union Jack, combines the crosses of three historic patron saints and nations: England, Scotland, and Ireland. This design encodes centuries of s...