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Saturday will mark the 231st anniversary of the design approval for a national flag. On June 14, 1777, the Second Continental Congress gave a nod to the American Flag, which has served all these years as an enduring symbol of freedom.

It has waved – honoring the foundation of democracy and as a show of thanks for the men and women who have served and sacrificed in defense of our freedoms – from the early patriots of yesterday to the courageous men and women serving our country today.

In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation that officially established Ju...