The first, local Flag Day observances came after the Civil War and eventually a federal law designated June 14 as Flag Day in 1949, under World War I combat veteran Harry Truman. He declared in a proclamation the next year that the U.S. flag symbolizes freedom and “protection from tyranny.”

Donald Trump and First Lady Melania stand together at the end of Saturday’s parade (Picture: North America) Donald Trump’s military parade yesterday was supposed to show the strength and power of the States,

Military leaders, veterans, and civic voices gather at Mount Vernon to mark Army’s 250th and launch a campaign urging Americans to serve their country.

While "No Kings Day" protests are planned across the U.S. Saturday to counter President Trump's military parade in Washington D.C., some more traditional Flag Day events will be held in Orange County.