Old Glory is a common nickname for the flag of the United States, bestowed by William Driver, an early nineteenth century American sea captain.
However, it also refers specifically to the flag owned by Driver, which has become one of the U.S.'s most treasured historical artifacts.
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Famous quotes containing the word glory:
“Therefore when thou doest thine alms, do not sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may have glory of men. Verily I say unto you, they have their reward. But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth.”
—Bible: New Testament Matthew 6:2-3.
The Sermon on the Mount.