The U.S. flag embodies the principles and ideals of our nation’s founding. Its thirteen stripes honor the original thirteen colonies, while the stars—50 today—represent each state in the Union. Traditionally, the red stripes symbolize valor, white signifies purity and innocence, and the blue field with white stars reflects vigilance, perseverance, and justice, meanings inspired by the Great Seal of the United States. For Flags Unlimited, a veteran-owned business in Grand Rapids, MI, the flag stands as a powerful symbol of freedom, democracy, and the enduring spirit of the American people. We’re proud to help you display it with dignity using our flagpoles and lighting solutions.
The U.S. flag’s origins date back to the American Revolution. On June 14, 1777—now celebrated as Flag Day—the Second Continental Congress passed a resolution declaring that ‘the flag of the United States be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white; that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation.’ Known as the ‘Stars and Stripes,’ this design symbolized the unity of the thirteen colonies that declared independence from Britain in 1776. Over time, the flag evolved, adding a star for each new state, growing to 50 stars today. At Flags Unlimited, we help you honor this legacy with flagpoles, flags, and installation.