We all know that every national flag is at least important to the corresponding country it represents. However, not so many flags are able to instill the importance of its presence beyond its territory such as the American Flag. Commonly referred to as the ‘Star Spangled Banner’ or the ‘Old Glory’, and sometimes ‘Ole Betsy’, this embodiment of the American dream is perhaps the most globally known national flag.
It is no wonder that the relatively young nation’s flag is known throughout the globe. It has been through a densely packed history in a relatively short amount of time. Since its founding as the New World by the European voyagers during the Age of Exploration, to the final decisive battles that would garner it its freedom, the American flag has been the symbol of independence and freedom. The familiar stars and stripes is recognized by the global community as a superpower in terms of military and economic might.
Barely 3 centuries old, it has been able to practice its right for sovereignty to the full extent, taking part in international laws and policies that would both strengthen and secure its ties with other nations. From the 13 original states during the battle for independence, up to the present day 50-strong state federation, the American flag embodies the values that were fought for over the years – trust, sovereignty, freedom, justice, equality, security, honor, excellence, and all other majestic virtues that make a superpower country.
Just how much important is the American flag? It just is as important as the existence of a running, co-existing, and interactively functioning world order we enjoy today.