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NewsJune 15, 2012

The Stars and Stripes flies at Freedom Corner in Capaha Park on Flag Day, Thursday, June 14, 2012. Flag Day was officially recognized in 1949 when President Harry S. Truman signed it into law. (Fred Lynch)

The Stars and Stripes flies at Freedom Corner in Capaha Park on Flag Day, Thursday, June 14, 2012. Flag Day was officially recognized on Aug. 3, 1949 when President Harry S. Truman signed an Act of Congress designating June 14 of each year as National Flag Day. (Fred Lynch)
The Stars and Stripes flies at Freedom Corner in Capaha Park on Flag Day, Thursday, June 14, 2012. Flag Day was officially recognized on Aug. 3, 1949 when President Harry S. Truman signed an Act of Congress designating June 14 of each year as National Flag Day. (Fred Lynch)
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