The term Gold Star family is a modern reference that comes from the Service Flag. These flags/banners were first flown by families during World War I. The flag included a blue star for every ...

"Gold Star Family" is a modern reference that comes ... Adolfo Olivas knew his son would make a great soldier, and supported him in joining the U.S. Army, having been a public servant himself ...

"He was a great man ... printed on gold stars. But her work doesn't end there. She's extended her voice to White Star families, whose loved ones died by suicide, and Silver Star families, who ...