The Commemorative Flags Blog

Flag With The Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance is a cornerstone of American patriotism, a solemn oath of loyalty to the flag and to the Republic it represents. Its roots run deep into the late 19th century, reflecting a growing sense of national unity after the Civil War and during a period of American expansion and identity formation.   The Pledge was originally written in 1892 by Francis Bellamy, a Christian socialist and former Baptist minister. Bellamy was co