Rumors on social media have circulated about the flag listed on some government sites. Here's what you need to know.

In general, however, straight rows of stars and proportions similar to those later adopted officially were used. The principal acts affecting the flag of the United States are the following: ...

President Eisenhower started the tradition in 1954 by issuing a proclamation that American flags should be flown at half-staff for 30 days when a president or former president dies. That time frame ...