Flag of United States: Colours, Meaning and Facts

Flag of United States

Quick facts

Capital
Washington, D.C.
Adopted
4 Jul 1960
Layout
canton

Colour breakdown

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Meaning & symbolism

13 stripes for the original colonies, 50 stars for the states. Red for valour, white for purity, blue for justice.

A new star is added on 4 July following any state's admission — Hawaii in 1960 was the last.

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Region & capital

United States sits in North America — North America. Its capital is Washington, D.C..

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Frequently asked

What are the colours on the flag of United States?
United States's flag uses red, white, blue. 13 stripes for the original colonies, 50 stars for the states. Red for valour, white for purity, blue for justice.
When was the flag of United States adopted?
The current flag was adopted on 4 July 1960.
What is the capital of United States?
The capital is Washington, D.C..
Which flags look similar to United States's?
Commonly confused with MA, CL, LR. See the similar-flags rail below.