Historically, the backward flag can be traced back to the Civil War. During the war, troop had flag bearers who would carry ...

Tim Marshall, the author of "Worth Dying for: The Power and Politics of Flags," explains why American flags are reversed on military uniforms. Following is a transcript of the video. A lot of ...

Rooted in war history, the reversed American flag on military uniforms and moving vehicles follows US Flag Code, ensuring it ...