On April 12, 1861, soldiers raised the Stars and Stripes at Fort Sumter in Charleston Harbor, South Carolina, marking the beginning of the American Civil War. This act followed the Confederate forces' demand for the surrender of the fort, which was held by Union troops. The raising of the flag symbolized the Union's resolve to maintain its territories and unity in the face of secessionist challenges. The conflict that ensued would last for four years, profoundly shaping the nation's history.
The American flag is referred to as "the stars and stripes". Fifty stars and thirteen stripes.
the stars represent the 50 states of America and the stripes represent the colonies of America
The fifty stars stands for the fifty states in the U.S.A. The stripes on the flag stands for the 13 original colonies
13 stripes symbolizes the 13 original colonies and there are 50 stars because there are 50 states in the USA
38 stars and 13 stripes from July 4,1877-July 3,1890
fort sumter
a soldier. a soldier. a soldier.
The nickname of the flag of the United States of America is "Stars and Stripes". "Stripes and Stars" is incorrect.
13 stars and stripes
The American flag is referred to as "the stars and stripes". Fifty stars and thirteen stripes.
stars=50 states and stripes=13 colonies
There are 50 stars and 13 stripes on the U.S. flag. The 13 alternating red and white stripes represent the original 13 colonies, and the are 50 white stars on a blue background represent the 50 modern states.
50 stars, 13 stripes (50:13).
the stars and stripes refer to the flag, smart one!
I think you mean stripes. There are 13 stripes on the flag and 50 stars.
It actually has 13 stripes with 50 stars.
Malaysia's flag is called "Stars and Stripes"