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United States Flag Encyclopedia

United States is located in North America. Its capital is Washington D.C.. This page summarizes the flag, geography profile, landmarks and country facts.

Capital

Washington D.C.

Continent

North America

ISO Alpha-2

US

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Country Facts

Population
335 million
Area
9,833,000 km²
Calling Code
+1
Currency
USD $

Landmarks

  • Statue of Liberty
  • Grand Canyon
  • Golden Gate Bridge

Flag Meaning

United States is located in North America, with Washington D.C. as its capital. This file summarizes its flag symbolism, geography profile, landmarks and core country facts.

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Deep Study Profile

The flag of the United States is one of the most recognizable national flags in the world. Its stripes, stars and federal layout make it a useful anchor for learning North American flags and other star-based designs.

Flag Design Notes

  • The 13 stripes recall the original colonies, while the 50 stars represent the current states.
  • Red, white and blue connect the flag visually with several other Atlantic and Commonwealth-influenced flags.
  • The canton layout is a common pattern to compare with flags such as Malaysia, Liberia and Australia.

Memory and Quiz Tips

  • Remember the United States by pairing the star field with 13 horizontal stripes.
  • Do not confuse it with Liberia or Malaysia: both have stripes, but the star arrangement is different.
  • Use Washington, D.C. as the capital cue when practicing capital questions.