Flag of the United States - Letter from George Washington
Time: Monday May 10, 1779
Place: U.S.
Details: On 10 May 1779, a letter from the War Board to George Washington stated that there was still no design established for a national standard, on which to base regimental standards, but also referenced flag requirements given to the board by General von Steuben.
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