There is no greater emblem of our unity, freedom, and liberty than the American flag. The flag is a living symbol of the sacrifice of those who answered the call to duty and fought for their country, and of the love of liberty that holds us together as a people.
American flags fly on veterans' graves.
And flags fly at homes, schools, and public squares across America. The colors of the American flag embody the virtues on which the nation was founded. White is the traditional color of loyalty, blue symbolizes unity, and red represents the sacrifice paid in blood so that our nation might remain free. Wherever she waves, the flag reminds us that freedom is our American right and our American responsibility. Throughout our history, the men and women of the armed services have drawn courage from our flag, and paid the ultimate price for the values it represents.