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The years after the founding of the United States of America were not as simple as many might have you believe. Money was scarce, and the fledging nation was trying everything it could to establish itself as an authoritative force. The first real test for the newly formed government was known as the Whiskey Rebellion. At the time, nearly 25 percent of the country's distilleries were owned by just 1 percent of the population. Because whiskey was so easy to transport, and because it was a commodity that almost everyone needed, it was often considered equivalent with cash. The United States government, under the instruction of then Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton, imposed an excise tax on all distilled spirits. The goal of the tax was to help reduce the incurred debt from the American Revolution, but many farmers and distillers saw the tax as no different than the British taxes from which they had recently freed themselves. Tax collectors were sent throughout the country to

Navy Day is celebrated in the United States on October 27th and provides us with an opportunity to express our gratitude and thanks to those who have served, those who are currently serving in the US Navy and the families of servicemen and women. Here's a brief history of the US Navy A Matter Of Trade Protection And Defense On October 13, 1775, the Continental Congress passed a resolution creating the Continental Navy. It was disbanded at the Revolutionary War's end, and replaced with the Naval Act of 1794 under John Adams. This created our first standing navy, originally made up of just six frigates. No longer under British protection,

There are many Americans who do not believe in prominently displaying a flag all year round. They may let their flags fly on the Fourth of July, Memorial Day or Flag Day, but these simple displays do not adequately express the patriotism that we all feel inside. So why is it so important for us to fly our flags and display patriotism at all times? At AmericanFlags.com, patriotism is simply a way of life. We supply American flags and can fill all of your patriotic decoration needs. Whether you need home flag kits, garden flags, or house flags, we can help you showcase your patriotism, ensuring that you do not have to wait until the Fourth of July to let your flags fly freely. Why would a person choose to only fly their flag on the days that everyone else chooses to? America is the land of the free and the home of the brave, a place where everyone can express their individuality. Letting other people dictate

AmericanFlags.com announced today that is is debuting a Thin Blue Line Flag designed to honor and remember law enforcement personnel killed in the line of duty. The new flag is made in Memphis, Tennessee and crafted in heavy duty nylon. Each flag measures 3' X 5' and a second garden banner-sized version is available as well. The 3' X 5' Thin Blue Line Flag is a perfect way to show your solidarity with America's men and women working to keep our communities safer. The flag, regularly priced at $39.99 is on sale for $28. Buy a Thin Blue Line Flag now!

We recently read about a Michigan high school senior - Allison Collins - who in response to new state legislation is working hard to put am American Flag in every classroom across the state. Ms. Collins is a Girl Scout and this initiative has become her "Gold Project." To date, she's raised $2,752 for the project and is going full steam ahead. Kudos to Allison Collins for taking on this important task and demonstrating such patriotism and leadership! You can buy flags for classrooms in your community at AmericanFlags.com.

On August 31, 1949, Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson announced the creation of an Armed Forces Day to replace separate Army, Navy and Air Force Days. The single-day celebration stemmed from the unification of the Armed Forces under one department -- the Department of Defense. Each of the military leagues and orders was asked to drop sponsorship of its specific service day in order to celebrate the newly announced Armed Forces Day. The Army, Navy and Air Force leagues adopted the newly formed day. The Marine Corps League declined to drop support for Marine Corps Day but supports Armed Forces Day, too. In a speech announcing the formation of the day, President Truman "praised the work of the military services at home and across the seas" and said, "it is vital to the security of the nation and to the establishment of a desirable peace." In an excerpt from the Presidential Proclamation of Feb. 27, 1950, Mr. Truman stated: "Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 20, 1950, marks the first