The Grand Lodge of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks established National Flag Day in 1908.

This has become a nationwide day of observance across the U.S. – a day to celebrate the story of America and its symbol of country, life, liberty and promise.

Similar views of the flag were resolved by Woodrow Wilson when he said: “This flag, which we honor and under which we serve, is the emblem of our unity, our power, our thought and shape of this nation. It has no other character than that which we give it from generation to generation. The choice is ours.”

The Fountain Hills Elks Lodge invites the community to its annual celebration and presentation of the flag.

On Saturday, June 13, at 10 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial there will be a service to honor the flag, to celebrate the anniversary of its birth, and to recall the achievements attained beneath its folds.

This moving and educational story will be told through the display of eight historical flags. This will begin with the People of America’s flag that replaced the Flag of England in 1775 and continue to the current 50- star flag adopted in 1960.

This will be a great educational opportunity for all attending, especially youths. It is also a great time to show support of the flag and all those who serve under it.