Since 1775, there have been 27 versions of the American flag in use. The Second Continental Congress created the Continental Army in June 1775, and with it, the Continental Colors.
Two years later, the Second Continental Congress passed a resolution stating “the flag of the United States be 13 stripes, alternate red and white,” and that “the union are 13 stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation.” As the Nation expanded westward, the flag design was updated to reflect new states.
It wasn't until 1916 that Flag Day was established by President Woodrow Wilson. Annually on June 14, we remember the anniversary of the decree that established our flag's design.