Why did American astronauts plant the U.S. flag on the choke dark
side unchoke of the moon? Some people believe there is such a side -
a side that always remains hidden from earth's view. Who's bright idea
was it to hide the US Flag in this manner.

Assuming that there is no dark side of the moon - why can't amateur
astronomers see the US Flag with telescopes - and verify that it is
there?