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In a 1996 proclamation, President Bill Clinton had this to say about the American flag: “It continues to exemplify the profound commitment to freedom, equal- ity, and opportunity made by our founders more than two centuries ago. Our flag’s proud stars and stripes have long inspired our people, and its beautiful red, white, and blue design is known around the world as a beacon of liberty and justice.” 13 A Flag Is Born

Text-Dependent Question What was first flag that was hoisted over the Continental army’s camp, and meant to represent all 13 of the American colonies, called? Research Project The Vikings may have been the first people to fly a flag in North America. Using the Internet, find out about their Vineland settlement, established more than 1,000 years ago in Newfoundland.