2009 - 2010: Braille American Flag

President Barack Obama with the American Braille flag.

The American flag is the most recognized symbol in the world. Only now is it possible for millions of blind Americans to also "see" it in its full, colorful, glory. In 2008 the United States Congress passed the Braille American Flag Memorial Act authorizing the installation of the American Braille flag as a bronze monument at Arlington National Cemetery, a tribute to blind veterans of all wars and other blind Americans.

The full-color Braille American flag bears the Pledge of Allegiance in print and Braille promoting patriotism and Braille literacy to our nation’s many blind children and adults. It has found its way into the hands of many notable Americans, blind and sighted, including President Barack Obama.

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Please visit the KBTI store, and join others in giving the gift of this unique American flag to someone who is blind and promote the importance of patriotism and Braille literacy.