Americanism

Programs


Welcome to the NFRW Americanism page. We, as Republican activists, have an opportunity to inspire those who are complacent to become passionate, patriotic Americans, and to instill a renewed spirit of patriotism in the soul of others.

Our first objective is to foster respect for the Flag of the United States of America, which is paramount. We can accomplish this by "getting back to the basics of Americanism." However, we need the assistance of each Federation member.

It is important that we are consistent in setting an example for others, especially in the area of flag protocol. For that reason, the NFRW Americanism Committee has voted to follow the guidelines set forth in "Our Flag," a publication printed by the U.S. Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C. A direct link to this book is provided below.

In addition, the committee is providing you with helpful guides, information, and resource links to assist you in preparing Americanism programs.


Resources

Project ideas for states and clubs [PDF, 6 pages]
Includes information on the Ford's Theatre project, as well as the Reagan Centennial in 2011

The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, script [PDF, 1 page]

"Our Flag"
Published by the Joint Committee on Printing, U.S. Congress

Declaration of Independence

U.S. Constitution

Bill of Rights

Patriotic Music with Lyrics
For children

Patriotic Song Lyrics without Music
Includes other patriotic information

Guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

The History of "Taps"

Women of the American Revolution

Republican Women Milestones

 Important Dates and Events [PDF, 13 pages]

Constitutional Tree © [PDF, 2 pages]
By Oklahoma Rep. Gary Banz (used with permission of author)


Project Ideas

  Red Skelton “Pledge of Allegiance,” 1969

  Ford's Theatre

  U.S.S. Oklahoma


Interesting Facts

  Despite some confusion and disagreement on the matter, stars on the U.S. Flag should never be inverted. On August 21, 1959, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed Executive Order No. 10834 which details the proper design of the U.S. Flag. Part I, Section 2, of the Executive Order states, "The positions of the stars in the union of the flag and in the union jack shall be as indicated on the attachment to this order, which is hereby made a part of this order." The attachment clearly shows the stars standing on two points. View the Executive Order and the accompanying attachment.


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