american flag meaning
What do the colors on the American flag represent? A: According to USFlag.org, the combination of red, white and blue on the U.S. flag does not have any official meaning. However, the colors red, white and blue are taken from the Great Seal, to which meaning is ascribed. On the Great Seal, red represents hardiness and valor, white symbolizes purity and innocence, and blue denotes vigilance, perseverance and justice. Blue is also described as the color of the chief.