Bordentown in Burlington County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

50 Star Flag

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), April 2, 2022

1. 50 Star Flag Marker

Inscription. The 50-star flag was ordered by former President Eisenhower on August 21, 1959, and was adopted in July 1960. This was due to Hawaii being granted statehood. It is the longest-used version of the U.S. flag and has been in use for over 56 years.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #34 Dwight D. Eisenhower series list. A significant historical month for this entry is July 1960.

Location. 40° 8.868′ N, 74° 42.796′ W. Marker is in Bordentown, New Jersey, in Burlington County. Marker is at the intersection of Farnsworth Avenue (County Road 545) and Railroad Street, on the right when traveling south on Farnsworth Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 130 Farnsworth Ave, Bordentown NJ 08505, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. All Gave Some - Some Gave All (here, next to this marker); First movement by steam on a railroad in New Jersey (within shouting distance of this marker); Thomas Paine (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Home of Patience Lovell Wright (about 300 feet away); Wright House (about 300 feet away); This Was The Home Of Joseph Hopkinson (about 300 feet away);

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Francis Hopkinson (about 300 feet away); First Baptist Church (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Bordentown.

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), April 2, 2022

2. 50 Star Flag Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on April 3, 2022. It was originally submitted on April 3, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 137 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 3, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.