The Writer's Almanac from Thursday, April 4…

Garrison Keillor

Apr 4

The Writer's Almanac from Thursday, April 4, 2013 "Up-Hill" by Christina Rossetti, from Poems. © Everyman's Library, 1993. ORIGINAL TEXT AND AUDIO - 2013 It was on this day in 1818 that Congress decided the U.S. flag would consist of 13 red and white stripes and 20 stars, with a new star to be added for every new state.

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Wow! This date celebrates the finest of Triple Crowns! Thank you Garrison!

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Jean-Pierre Garau

Thanks Garrison.

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