June 2, 2026 ~ In this episode of Hidden in Plain Sight, Dr. Robert Livernois brings listeners to the heart of downtown Detroit, where the long‑gone J.L. Hudson’s department store once transformed Woodward Avenue into a powerful stage for patriotism. Towering above the city, a massive American flag would unfurl from the building’s roof, cascading down its façade in a breathtaking display that brought traffic to a halt and drew crowds in awe. Over time, the flag became a symbol of civic pride, appearing only on significant national occasions such as the Fourth of July and, increasingly, June 14th as Flag Day gained recognition across the country.