A few months ago I promised that I would go over the rules associated with the National Anthem on our blog. Well, better late than never.During a rendition of the national anthem, when the f… Read More

It has been a long time since we have posted anything on our blog. What a long and busy summer. However, if today isn't a day worthy of a post, then no day is worthy.On this day eight year… Read More

Any rule or custom pertaining to the display of the flag of the United States of America may be altered, modified, or repealed, or additional rules with respect thereto may be prescribed, by… Read More

During the ceremony of hoisting or lowering the flag or when the flag is passing in a parade or in review, all persons present except those in uniform should face the flag and stand at atten… Read More

No disrespect should be shown to the flag of the United States of America; the flag should not be dipped to any person or thing. Regimental colors, state flags, and organization or instituti… Read More

The flag, when carried in a procession with another flag or flags, should be either on the marching right; that is, the flag’s own right, or, if there is a line of other flags, in fron… Read More

How many of us know proper flag etiquette? I would venture to guess not many. We at Shining Star Flags & Bandanas believe that we should not only fly the United States flag as much as po… Read More

Thousands of troops are slated to come home soon. Are you ready to greet them? Do so with this one of kind “Welcome Home Our Heroes” flag that is 100% made in the U.S.A. Fly it p… Read More

The United States Navy was originally established in 1775, largely to offset the powerful British naval forces. However, a debate in Congress ensued as to whether to maintain a navy and, for… Read More

I have been told from time to time that we Americans are saying the Pledge of Allegiance incorrectly. Every time we say “one Nation under God” we pause between the words “o… Read More

The U.S. Military reported yesterday that violence in Iraq has dropped to its lowest levels since August 2003. In Baghdad alone, violence has decreased 90% since the surge of U.S. troops beg… Read More

Do you love wearing camouflage clothing? Well, now you can get camouflage bandanas at a super low price of only $1.95 per bandana. At Shining Star Flags & Bandanas, we have everything fr… Read More

In an Associated Press story today, Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said he wants to consider taxing motorists based on the number of miles they drive rather than how much gasoline they… Read More

The United States Air Force can trace its roots back to August 1, 1907 when it was formed as an Aeronautical Division of the Army Signal Corps. In 1920, the Air Service (as it was called the… Read More

I am not one who usually recommends reading The New York Times, but when it publishes an article critical of the Democrats, the Democrats are usually doing something right. Yesterday, the fr… Read More

Many of you may be thinking, “I thought today was Presidents Day, not George Washington's birthday.” Well, you're right and you're wrong. According to Federal law, the third Mond… Read More

200 years ago today, Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States of America, was born. A man from humble beginnings, he led this nation through what is still considered today as… Read More

In a 2007 survey conducted by the Pew Research Center for the People & the Press, 62% of the respondents stated that they fly the flag everyday. I find that hard to believe. I fly the fl… Read More

On February 4th, a diverse group of Iraqis, young and old alike, lined up in Sadr City hoping to receive 60 free wheelchairs distributed by WheelchairsforIraqiKids.com and soldiers from the… Read More

At Shining Star Flags & Bandanas, we have a wide variety of bandanas to choose from. Have you seen our collection of patriotic bandanas? Made 100% in the United States of America, these… Read More

In a Newsweek article the other day, Michael Isikoff and Mark Hosenball, describe the Obama Administration's efforts to find an alternative to the phrase “War on Terror.” When as… Read More

In the past, I've posted items that informed readers how they can help the troops directly. Such help usually was in the form of money donations or volunteer opportunities.However, today, I… Read More

Today, I am going to take a break from my traditional post commenting on some political or newsworthy topic and instead mention a subject that more Americans should know about – Mesoth… Read More

Iraqi security forces, with the support of the U.S. military, successfully protected millions of Iraqis as they headed to the polls on January 31st. Over 14,400 candidates vied for 440 seats… Read More

In 1775, the United States Army was born. Created to fight British occupation and tyranny from the King of England, this fine institution is as strong as ever today continuing the fight for… Read More