Old Glory, the weather-beaten 17- by 10-foot banner that has long been a primary NMAH artifact, is second only to Francis Scott Key’s Star-Spangled Banner as a patriotic symbol, and is the...

Old Glory is a nickname for the flag of the United States. The original "Old Glory" was a flag owned by the 19th-century American sea captain William Driver (March 17, 1803 – March 3, …

For close to 200 years, the American flag has proudly borne the nickname Old Glory. Featuring 50 stars and 13 stripes, it’s a symbol recognized by all. Yet, many folks don’t know the tale behind …

Old Glory is the story of one man’s devotion to a national treasure and an inspiring example for all Americans who revere their flag. In 1824, William Driver — a merchant seaman from Salem, …

Jul 23, 2019 · The Old Glory is a 17- by 10- feet weather-beaten banner. It has been a primary artifact second to Francis Scott Key’s Star-Spangled Banner in American history. This banner …

May 25, 2023 · Old Glory: The Story Behind The American Flag’s Well-Known Nickname by Lisa Frawley. The American flag has a few nicknames—some call it “the Stars and Stripes,” after …

Today, the flag is sometimes known as “Old Glory”, but where did that nickname come from? Many people don’t know it has a Tennessee connection. The flag’s nickname goes back to the …

Tennessee was one of the states that seceded from the Union, and supporters of the Confederacy wanted to destroy Driver's "Old Glory" flag because it had become so popular as …

This is the first American flag to be named “Old Glory.” The flag was made in 1824 for Captain William Driver, who flew it on his ship twice around the world and displayed it regularly on …

Given a 24 Star flag, Sea Capt. William Driver is reported to have exclaimed “Old Glory” as it unfurled. He took Old Glory with him when moved to Nashville and hid it from the …