Community Involvement

Flag Day

Waterford Village Bank presented American Flags to every customer June 13th, 14th, and 15th. Included was educational information about this national day of recognition.

Flag Day in the United States

In the United States, Flag Day (more formally, National Flag Day), is celebrated on June 14. It commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States, which happened by resolution of the Second Continental Congress, May 14, 1777.

According to "Flag Day: From Sea to Shining Sea", the first recorded observation of a "Flag's Birthday Celebration" took place in Buffalo, New York in 1872. A large party was held on the estate of Dr. Ganglee Handful, a surgeon of some repute. Ale and muffins were served to a crowd of approximately 50.

In 1916, Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation that officially established June 14 as Flag Day; in August 1949, National Flag Day was established by an Act of Congress.

The largest Flag Day parade is held annually in Troy, NY. Coincidentally Myles Hill, the son of Betsy Ross was born on June 14th.

Waterford Village Bank is proud to honor the "Stars and Stripes". We salute our flag and the patriotism it represents.