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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 ...

03/27/2026

🇺🇸 There’s nothing like leading the parade. 🇺🇸

As we celebrate 90 years of Advertising Flag Company, we’re excited to help communities gear up for upcoming parades — especially as we look ahead to America’s Semiquincentennial in 2026.

From the 4th of July to hometown festivals, our Custom Parade Lead Banners help your group stand front and center with bold, professional style.

Perfect for:

🎺 Marching bands
🏫 Schools
🏛️ Civic groups
🎉 Community celebrations

👉 Get your custom parade banner started:
https://www.flagpro.com/product/custom-parade-lead-banner-straight-bottom/

Let’s make the next parade your best one yet.

Tag a group that should be leading the next parade 👇

Celebrate Independence Day and beyond with a custom parade lead banner designed for marching bands, schools, and community groups. Durable, vibrant, and easy to carry, it’s the perfect way to showcase your organization at any parade or festival.

03/27/2026

🇺🇸 Less Than 100 Days Until July 4th — and America250 is Right Around the Corner 🇺🇸

As Advertising Flag Company celebrates 90 years as a family-run business, we’re heading into an exciting season of patriotism with Independence Day just around the corner — and the America250 celebration in 2026 quickly approaching.

For nearly a century, our family has helped customers show their American pride, and this year feels even more special as we begin the countdown to our nation’s 250th anniversary.

We’re proud to offer a full line of Officially Licensed America250 flags and banners, perfect for homes, businesses, and communities preparing for the celebration.

This great photo comes from our customer Sean S. in Alabama, proudly flying the America 250 Betsy Ross Edition flag — now that’s the spirit 🇺🇸

If you’re getting ready for the 4th and beyond, we’d love for you to shop local and support a family business 90 years strong.

Explore the America250 collection here:
https://www.flagpro.com/product-category/united-states-of-america-flags/america250-united-states-semiquincentennial-collection/

03/03/2026

in , 1931, the adopted the Star-Spangled Banner as its national anthem. Its author had witnessed his country’s unlikely triumph in the face of certain defeat. Thus, a descendant recalled, his “proud and patriotic heart…burst forth with an inspiration in a song of praise, victory, and thanksgiving.”

During the War of 1812, the British set aflame both the and Capitol before targeting ’s Fort McHenry. There, an attorney named Francis Scott Key witnessed the barrage of rockets, bombs, and “a seething sea of flame.” But in his own words:

“Suddenly it ceased—all was quiet, not a shot fired or sound heard…[I turned my] eyes in the direction of the fort and its flag, but the darkness had given place to a heavy fog of smoke and mist…At last it came…the morning sun rose in the fullness of his glory, lifting ‘the midst of the deep’ crowning a ‘Heaven-blest land’ with a new victory and grandeur.”

Key immediately set forth to turn his emotions into words, setting his poem to the tune, “To Anacreon in Heaven.” Together, they became known as “The Star-Spangled Banner.” But though the song was an instant success, it became just one of several that Americans used to celebrate “the land of the free and the home of the brave.”

In 1929, though, a Congressman named John Linthicum introduced “An act to make the Star Spangled Banner the national anthem of the of .” He explained that during the War of 1812—what some consider our second war for independence—“The country needed a national song to give expression to its .” The Star-Spangled Banner:

“Lifted the national spirit from the vale of gloom and despair in which it had been floundering to the sunlit heights of confidence and victory. It heralded the dawn of a new day to our Federal Government. In moral value it was worth ten thousand bayonets.”

Photo: The U.S. Flag that inspired our national anthem (Credit: Smithsonian)

02/27/2026

⚾ Opening Day Preparation at Wrigley Field ⚾

That time of year has arrived once again. As Opening Day approaches on Thursday, March 26, our team at Advertising Flag Company is hard at work producing the custom flags that will be proudly displayed at historic Wrigley Field.

In the photo below, you can see one of the flags honoring Hall of Fame pitcher Ferguson Jenkins. This flag is part of the iconic display that adorns the classic yellow foul poles inside the ballpark.

There’s truly nothing quite like the atmosphere at Wrigley Field. From the moment you arrive, the collection of flags displayed both outside and inside the stadium helps create the unique character and tradition that fans have come to love.

For many years, Advertising Flag Company has been proud to partner in producing these custom flags, ensuring that every piece reflects the highest level of craftsmanship and durability worthy of one of baseball’s most historic venues.

We’re honored to play a small role in helping prepare the ballpark for another exciting season of Chicago Cubs baseball.

⚾ Opening Day is almost here!

02/16/2026

🧵 Help Wanted – Experienced Industrial Sewer (Part-Time) 🇺🇸

Our small, family-run flag & banner manufacturing shop in Posen, Illinois is looking for an experienced commercial sewer to join our team.

We manufacture American-made flags, banners, and textile products and are heading into a busy production season.

Position Details

Part-time: approximately 20 hours per week

Monday through Friday daytime schedule

Potential for additional hours in the coming months

Weekly pay

Pay rate based on experience

Not remote — in-shop position

Dedicated sewing area with HVAC for year-round comfort

Small, friendly production team

Requirements

Experience with commercial/industrial sewing machines

Ability to sew straight, consistent seams

Willing to complete a brief sewing test

Must be able to understand and communicate in English

Reliable and detail-oriented

Experience with flags, banners, canvas, or heavier materials is a plus

About Us

We are a multi-generation family flag and banner company producing American-made products for customers nationwide. We take pride in quality craftsmanship and a respectful workplace.

How to Apply

Please email [email protected]
with:

Name

Sewing experience

Availability

(Optional) photos of past sewing work

You may also send a message through Facebook Messenger.

Our shop is open Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM if you prefer to stop in and introduce yourself.

Please share with anyone who has industrial sewing experience.

02/12/2026

🇺🇸 Honoring President Abraham Lincoln – A Legacy That Endures 🇺🇸
Born February 12, 1809

Today we celebrate the birthday of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States and one of the most revered leaders in American history. Born on February 12, 1809, Lincoln rose from humble beginnings to guide the nation through its most challenging chapter—the Civil War—while preserving the Union and advancing the cause of freedom.

Lincoln’s steadfast belief that the United States was a nation “conceived in Liberty” helped redefine the American promise. Through the Emancipation Proclamation, his leadership during the Civil War, and his call for unity in the Gettysburg Address, he strengthened the ideals set forth by the Founding Fathers and ensured they would endure for future generations.

As we look ahead to America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, Lincoln’s legacy reminds us that the American experiment has always required courage, sacrifice, and an unwavering commitment to liberty and equality. His leadership bridged the founding generation and the modern nation, preserving the Constitution and the Union so that the promise of 1776 could continue forward.

On this day, we honor Abraham Lincoln’s life, leadership, and lasting impact on the United States as we continue the journey toward the Semiquincentennial.

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02/10/2026

🇺🇸 America Turns 250 in 2026 — Let the Celebration Begin 🇺🇸

The United States Semiquincentennial is approaching, and communities across the country are beginning preparations now. From homes and storefronts to municipalities and public spaces, the America250 celebration is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to display pride in our nation’s history.

At FlagPro, we’re proud to introduce our growing, officially licensed, America250 Flag Collection, featuring commemorative flags and patriotic displays designed to help you celebrate 250 years of American independence in style. Whether you’re planning early decorations or preparing for larger community events, now is the perfect time to get ready.

Celebrate the past. Honor the present. Prepare for 2026. 🇺🇸

Explore the collection here:
https://www.flagpro.com/product-category/united-states-of-america-flags/america250-united-states-semiquincentennial-collection/america250-flags/

The countdown to America’s 250th Anniversary (1776–2026) is on.Explore our America250 Flag Collection featuring commemorative flags, patriotic displays, and celebration-ready designs for homes, businesses, municipalities, and events.Get ready to celebrate 250 years of American history, pride, an...

02/08/2026

🇺🇸 Honoring Founding Father James Duane – New York’s Voice of Leadership 🇺🇸

Born February 6, 1733

As we continue the journey toward America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, we pause to honor James Duane, a dedicated patriot and statesman whose leadership helped guide the young nation through its earliest challenges.

Born on February 6, 1733, in New York City, Duane became a respected lawyer and public servant. When tensions with Great Britain grew, he stepped forward to represent New York in the Continental Congress, where he worked alongside fellow patriots to support the cause of independence and unity among the colonies.

Duane signed the Articles of Confederation, helping establish the first framework of national government, and later served as Mayor of New York City following the Revolution. In addition, he became one of the first federal judges appointed by President George Washington, continuing his service to the new Republic through the judicial branch.

James Duane’s steady leadership reminds us that building a nation required more than bold declarations—it required thoughtful governance, legal wisdom, and a deep commitment to the common good.

As we look ahead to America 250, we honor Duane and the many leaders whose dedication laid the groundwork for the freedoms and institutions we cherish today.

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01/30/2026

✨ A Look Back at Something Truly Special from Our Roots! ✨

We were thrilled to receive this link about one of our early pennant designs — created by my grandfather and produced by Advertising Flag Company (AdFlag) back in 1960. His artwork for an Oakland Raiders AFL pennant shows creativity and bold originality that you just don’t see anymore! 🏈🎨

🔗 Check out the story here: https://pennantfactory.weebly.com/blog/category/oakland-raiders-afl-pennant-1960-adflag

This particular pennant is incredibly rare — it’s one of the earliest Raiders pennants ever made and even features a moustached Raider in the artwork, a detail never repeated in other versions and unlike any official team logo of the time. The piece reflects how our artists at Advertising Flag Co. weren’t afraid to think outside the box when crafting pennants for professional teams in the 1960s.

It’s fascinating to see how design history comes full circle, and a reminder of the creative spirit that has always defined our work. 🙌

Have a story or vintage pennant of your own? Share it below — we’d love to see it!

​ Four years ago I posted a piece on my first ever Oakland Raiders pennant remake . Looking backwards, I have to admit, I'm still proud of how that project turned out. I didn't know how to...

01/13/2026

232 years ago, President George Washington signed the Flag Act of January 13, 1794, officially designating the 15-star, 15-stripe Star-Spangled Banner as the flag of the United States! This was our nation's second official flag, featuring two additional stars and stripes to represent the new states of Vermont and Kentucky, which joined the Union in 1791 and 1792.

This banner proudly flew as our official flag until 1818, when it was updated to showcase twenty stars for even more states, while two stripes were removed to honor the thirteen original colonies.

To this day, a 15-star, 15-stripe flag still flies over Fort McHenry as it did during the Battle of Baltimore in 1814. Join us for one of our flag programs and discover how this flag inspired an anthem!

📸 NPS/ Tim Ervin
Image: Visitors and rangers gather inside the historic star fort as one sized flag is exchanged for another.