Advertising Flag Company - FLAGPRO

07/03/2026

🇺🇸 Need a Last-Minute Flag or Patriotic Display for the Fourth? We've Got You Covered! 🇺🇸

As we prepare to celebrate Independence Day, our retail showroom will be open today for all of your last-minute patriotic needs. Whether you're looking for American flags, bunting, pennants, or other decorations, we're here to help you show your love of country.

This year is especially meaningful for us as Advertising Flag Company celebrates 90 years as a family-owned business. Nothing would make our grandfather and founder, Frank F. Smith, prouder than knowing the company he started in 1936 continues to thrive 50 years after his passing in April of 1976. His dedication to quality, community, and patriotism remains the foundation of everything we do today.

We also couldn't be more honored to help spread the excitement and spirit of as our nation prepares to celebrate 250 years of independence. It's a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reflect on our shared history, celebrate our freedoms, and proudly display the Stars and Stripes.

From our family to yours, thank you for allowing us to be part of your patriotic traditions for nearly nine decades.

Happy Independence Day, and we'll see you in the showroom! 🇺🇸🎆

📍 Advertising Flag Company
2800 W. 145th Street, Posen, IL 60469

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06/26/2026

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“Custer’s Last Flag.”

The Culbertson Guidon, the only flag flown by George A. Custer’s battalion at Little Bighorn not to have been captured by Native combatants.

Retrieved from the battlefield by Sergeant Ferdinand A. Culbertson, a member of the burial party in 1876. The guidon was discovered under the body of Corporal John Foley of Captain Tom Custer’s Company C.

The Culbertson Guidon remained in private ownership until 1895 when it was sold for $54 to the Detroit Museum of Art. The museum sold the flag at Sotheby’s in 2010 for $2.2 million.

Sources:

🔹 Custer's last flag: Banner carried at Little Bighorn sells for $2.2M http://www.cnn.com/2010/LIVING/12/10/new.york.custer.flag/index.html

🔹Custer’s Last Flag: The Culbertson Guidon from the Battle of the Little Bighorn https://www.sothebys.com/en/auctions/ecatalogue/2010/custer39s-last-flag-the-culbertson-guidon-from-the-battle-of-the-little-bighorn-n08705/lot.5001.html

🔹Guarding Custer’s Guidon https://truewestmagazine.com/article/guarding-custers-guidon/

06/22/2026

🇺🇸 Add Some Red, White & Blue to Your Celebration! 🇺🇸

Looking for an easy way to decorate for Independence Day, Memorial Day, Veterans Day, parades, festivals, or community events?

We currently have some of our patriotic poly pennant strings in stock and ready to ship or pick up! Choose from two classic designs:

⭐ Americana – alternating stars-and-stripes pennants for a traditional patriotic look.

🔺 Flying-V – distinctive V-shaped pennants featuring the American flag design.

Best of all, these patriotic pennant strings are Made in the USA, so you can decorate with American-made quality while celebrating our nation's heritage.

Perfect for homes, businesses, schools, parks, downtown districts, and special events.

Shop now:
https://www.flagpro.com/product/patriotic-pennant-string/

Perfect for 4th of July, Veterans Day, Memorial Day, and more! Choose from Flying-V or Americana designs for a bold, festive display. Proudly made in the USA! 🇺🇸✨

06/21/2026

🇺🇸 Honoring George Washington on Father’s Day – The Father of Our Country 🇺🇸
Born February 22, 1732

On this Father’s Day, we honor not only fathers and father figures in our own lives, but also the man remembered as the “Father of His Country”—George Washington.

As commander of the Continental Army during the American Revolution, Washington led a determined and often outmatched force to victory, securing the independence of the United States. His leadership helped transform thirteen colonies into a united nation founded on the ideals of liberty and self-government.

Following the Revolution, Washington presided over the Constitutional Convention and became the first President of the United States, setting precedents that continue to guide our Republic more than two centuries later. Perhaps his greatest act of leadership was voluntarily relinquishing power, demonstrating that in America, the people—not a king—would rule.

As we approach America’s 250th anniversary on July 4th, Washington’s legacy reminds us of the courage, character, and sacrifice required to build a nation. His example continues to inspire generations of Americans to place service, duty, and country above self.

Today, as we celebrate fathers everywhere, we also remember the enduring contributions of George Washington—the Founding Father whose vision and leadership helped make the United States possible.

📜 “The preservation of the sacred fire of liberty, and the destiny of the republican model of government, are justly considered as deeply, perhaps as finally, staked on the experiment entrusted to the hands of the American people.”
— George Washington

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Image: Portrait of George Washington by Gilbert Stuart, one of the most iconic depictions of America’s first president and Founding Father.

06/14/2026

Since 1936, our family business has observed Flag Day in spirit every day, but the actual June 14th date is even more meaningful.

06/06/2026

As we mark the anniversary of D-Day, we wanted to remember the wartime service of our grandfather and founder, Frank F. Smith.

According to his Army service records, Frank departed the United States on May 29, 1944, and arrived in Scotland on June 5, 1944—just one day before Allied forces landed on the beaches of Normandy.

At the time, he was serving as a Technician Sergeant with a Harbor Surveillance Detachment after receiving specialized Coast Artillery training. While his exact duties remain part of our family's ongoing research, records and photographs suggest he may have been involved in coastal defense, communications, or radar operations during World War II.

Frank later arrived in France in July 1944 and served through the Northern France Campaign before returning home at the end of the war.

After the war, he rejoined Advertising Flag Company, a business that has proudly supplied American flags and patriotic displays for generations.

On this D-Day anniversary, we remember not only the soldiers who stormed the beaches, but also the countless men and women whose service supported the Allied victory in Europe.

Thank you to all who served.

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06/06/2026

🇺🇸 It's our first Saturday open in June, and the weather couldn't be better! ☀️

If you're planning ahead for America's 250th Anniversary, stop by our retail showroom today and browse our selection of America250™ flags, patriotic bunting, pleated fans, desk flags, and other patriotic decorations.

📍 Advertising Flag Company
2800 W. 145th Street
Posen, IL 60469

🕘 Open Today: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

As a family-owned business since 1936, we're proud to help our customers celebrate this historic milestone in our nation's history.

We look forward to seeing you!

06/04/2026

🇺🇸 Made in the USA Matters 🇺🇸

At Advertising Flag Company, we believe the American flag should be made in America.

For nearly 90 years, we've proudly supplied American-made United States flags from trusted manufacturers who employ American workers, use American materials whenever possible, and uphold the quality standards our nation's flag deserves.

The boxes in this photo contain hundreds of 4" × 6" American flags — all proudly Made in the USA. No imports. No shortcuts. Just American craftsmanship.

When you purchase a U.S. flag, you're not just buying a product. You're supporting American jobs, American manufacturing, and the traditions that have made this country strong for 250 years.

As America prepares to celebrate its 250th Anniversary, we encourage everyone to look closely at the label before purchasing a flag. You may be surprised how many are imported.

There is no reason to settle for an imported American flag when American-made options are readily available.

🇺🇸 Buy American. Fly American. Support American Workers.

📍 Advertising Flag Company
2800 W. 145th Street
Posen, Illinois
*Our Retail Store Will Be Open on Saturdays in June from 9am to 1pm*

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 Before Memorial Day, Americans once observed “Decoration Day” — a tradition born after the Civil War when communities gathered to decorate the graves of fallen soldiers with flowers and flags.

This beautiful vintage postcard captures how each generation of Americans has carried forward the duty to remember — from 1776 through the Civil War and into the dawn of the 20th century.

As our nation approaches the America250 celebration, it’s important to remember that patriotism is more than fireworks and parades. It’s also reflection, gratitude, and honoring those who gave everything for the freedoms we enjoy today.

At Advertising Flag Company, family-owned since 1936, we’re proud to continue a tradition tied closely to America’s history and remembrance. This Memorial Day, may we all take a moment to honor the sacrifices behind the flag. 🇺🇸

04/08/2026

🇺🇸 Customer Spotlight – Celebrating America250 🇺🇸

As we continue gearing up for America’s 250th Anniversary, we love seeing how our customers are proudly displaying their flags at home 🇺🇸

A big thank you to Tara J. from Georgia for sharing this beautiful photo of her America 250 Betsy Ross Edition Poly/Cotton Flag flying proudly outside her home.

This timeless design, featuring the historic circle of 13 stars along with the commemorative “250” mark, is a perfect way to honor our nation’s past while celebrating its future.

Whether you're decorating your home, preparing for upcoming celebrations, or simply showing your patriotic spirit — this flag makes a meaningful statement.

👉 Shop the America 250 Betsy Ross Edition Flag here:
https://www.flagpro.com/product/america-250-betsy-ross-edition-republic-flag/

Let’s keep the spirit of 1776 alive as we count down to 2026 🇺🇸

Honor our nation’s history and future with the America 250 Flag! Featuring a deep blue background, bold “America” lettering, and a flowing red, white, and blue “250” design, this flag is a powerful symbol of unity, perseverance, and freedom.🏡 Perfect for homes, businesses, schools, and ...