Country Information
| Sovereign State | Yes |
| Country Codes | US, USA, 840 |
| Official Name | United States of America |
| Continent | North America |
| Capital | Washington, D.C. |
| Government Type | Federal Presidential Constitutional Republic |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
| Calling Code | +1 |
| Member Of | United Nations (UN), North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), World Trade Organization (WTO), Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), World Bank Group, International Monetary Fund (IMF), Group of Seven (G7), Group of Twenty (G20), Organization of American States (OAS), Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) |
| Population | Approximately 331 million |
| Total Area | 9.8 million square kilometers |
| Highest Point | Denali (6,190 meters, 20,310 feet) |
| Lowest Point | Badwater Basin, Death Valley (-86 meters, -282 feet) |
| GDP Per Capita | USD 63,543 |
| Life Expectancy | Around 78 years |
| Internet TLD | .us |
United States National Anthem
The Star-Spangled Banner
Oh, say can you see by the dawn’s early light
What so proudly we hailed at the twilight’s last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars thru the perilous fight,
O’er the ramparts we watched were so gallantly streaming?
And the rocket’s red glare, the bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there;
Oh, say does that star-spangled banner yet wave
O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave?
Flags of Neighboring Countries
History of the United States Flag
The flag of the United States, often referred to as the American flag or the Stars and Stripes, has a rich history that is deeply intertwined with the nation’s birth and growth. The current version of the flag was adopted on July 4, 1960, and it consists of thirteen horizontal stripes of red alternating with white, with a blue rectangle in the canton bearing fifty small, white, five-pointed stars.
The design of the flag has undergone several changes since its initial adoption in 1777. The original flag had thirteen stripes and thirteen stars to represent the thirteen original colonies. As new states joined the union, more stars were added. The 50-star pattern we see today has been in place since Hawaii joined the Union in 1959.
The colors of the flag are symbolic: red stands for hardiness and valor, white symbolizes purity and innocence, and blue represents vigilance, perseverance, and justice. The flag’s design is highly symbolic of the American ideals and way of life.
The American flag has seen numerous historical events and has been a symbol of democracy and freedom around the world. It has flown in various theaters of war, stood on the moon, and has been a part of many pivotal moments in American history. The flag is deeply ingrained in American culture, with its representation and respect governed by the United States Flag Code.
Throughout its history, the flag has been a source of pride and inspiration for Americans. It is flown in various locations nationwide and is a common sight in public buildings, schools, and American homes. The Stars and Stripes continues to be a powerful symbol of unity and identity for the United States.