Author: Kerrick, Harrison S.,
Title: The Flag of the United States: your flag and mine.
Description: Columbus, OH, champlin Ptg Co, (1925). 2nd ptg. G. Signed and inscribed by Kerrick. Fascinating facts about flags: oldest known flag in existence in N. America is the banner of. Cortez borne in procession when Cortez returned thanks to God at Cuyoacan for the capture of Mexico City, 1519. Now preserved under glass in the National Museum, Mexico City. Some early flags had 6 pointed stars, some 8, those at Philadelphia 5-points. Contrary to general belief the U.S. flag is not flown continuously over the grave of Francis Scott Key but only in the day time except during a storm or inclement weather. Blue binding with gilt lettering, edge wear.

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