What do the colors on the American flag represent?

Answer by  CJPlumb (91)

The white stand for the innocence and purity of our country at a time when our government was just starting. The red stripes represent the bravery and valour of our people. At times of war the red could be the blood of man-kind. And the blue is for justice and vigilances in over-seeing the safety and security of our country.

Answer by  maverick32 (87)

Colors: Red signifies valor, strength or hardiness White represents peace, liberty, purity and innocence Blue represents justice, truth, loyalty, perseverance

Answer by  lorel (274)

The white represents the purity of the democratic ideal, the blue represents loyalty to country and people, and the red is for the blood shed in the Revolutionary War which resulted in independence from England.

Answer by  leena66 (10)

There are three colors representing the American flag.They are; Red: Hardiness , valor,strength, and bravery White: peace and honesty Blue: Vigilance, Perseverance, Justice, truth, and loyalty.The starred blue part of the flag is called the "union".

Answer by  Burrocrates (61)

The colors on the American Flag represent: honor, blood, courage, truth and loyalty. The meaning of each color can vary depending on who is asked, but for all answers you should find the same general response.