Flags often imitate or are influenced by other nations, creating “flag families.” For example, the Netherlands’ red, white and blue flag from the 1500s set a precedent.

The U.S., France, Chile and more all have this commonality: red, white and blue flags. Here's why, as explained by Ted Kaye of the North American Vexillological Association.

Red, white and blue truly do have a lock as the most common national flag colors. Check out these interesting facts: Per the Guinness World Records, red shows up 74% of the time, followed by white ...

They gathered at 7 a.m. to begin placing the flags that flew over the U.S. Capitol. The flags lined the Veterans Memorial Bridge on Newport Avenue and the streets of downtown Bend.

The U.S., France, Chile and more all have this commonality: red, white and blue flags. Here's why, as explained by Ted Kaye of the North American Vexillological Association.