Historic Flags of The United States

3' X 5' Alamo Flag - Nylon
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3' X 5' Alamo Flag - Nylon

This was the flag the Texans chose as they boldly declared independence from Mexico, refusing to swear allegiance to the new dictator Santa Ana. Under it they fought the legendary battle of the Alamo, where Colonel Travis and his 182 Texan fighters fended off the Santa Ana's Army for 11 days before being captured and slain. This flag was also flown in the war that followed, where an inflamed Texan force rallied under the battle cry "Remember the Alamo" and dealt a devastating blow to the Mexican Army, winning their freedom and a place in history. The flag is the based on the Mexican flag, lacking the central logo and replacing it with the year the original constitution of Mexico was drafted, reminding them of what they had originally agreed to and what lead to the separation (the repealing of this constitution.)
 
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3' X 4' Bedford Flag - Nylon
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3' X 4' Bedford Flag - Nylon

The oldest known American Battle flag, this banner was flown by the Bedford Minutemen Company at the Battle of Lexington and Concord and onward. It was the first flag of the American Revolution to be fired upon by the British. The flag features an armored arm wielding a sword and protruding from a cloud. It also contains the powerful words "Vince aut Morire," which translates to "Conquer or Die." It has been preserved to this day from its time in the Massachusetts Militia, and remains in Bedford, Massachusetts.
 
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2' X 3' Bennington Flag - Nylon
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2' X 3' Bennington Flag - Nylon

Burgoyne, the British General operating in northern New York, in the Revolutionary War, heard that the Americans had collected some military supplies at Bennington, Vermont. He sent an expedition of 1,000 men to capture them. Colonel John Stark, a hero of Bunker Hill, with 2,000 Americans set out to oppose the British. They fought under the Bennington Flag. When Stark saw the British advancing down the road he pointed them out to his brave troops and said: "Boys, there they are. We beat them today, or Molly Stark's a widow." The Green Mountain Boys, fighting Indian fashion, practically annihilated the British Regulars. Only about 100 of them ever got back to Burgoyne's Army. It was the loss of these 900 men that contributed much to the failure of Burgoyne's campaign, which ended in disaster with the surrender of his Army at Saratoga, New York, October 7, 1777, a death blow to the British. The Bennington Flag was presented to Colonel Stark's Army by Nathaniel Fillmore, the father of the future President. It was made of homespun linen and hand sewed.
 
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2' X 3' Betsy Ross Flag - Nylon
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2' X 3' Betsy Ross Flag - Nylon

Resolved that the flag of the thirteen states to be thirteen stripes alternate red and white, that the union be thirteen stars, white on a blue field, representing a new constellation." With these simple words Congress created the American Flag on June 14, 1777.The stripes came from the field of the Grand Union Flag and were presumably taken from the Washington coat of arms. It is probable that the stars were also taken from that emblem, and changed to white for color harmony. It is generally conceded that General Washington had a hand in designing this flag and it is fair to assume that the idea of the stars originated with him. The first Stars and Stripes displayed in the face of an armed enemy was at Fort Stanwix, August 3, 1777. The Flag was improvised. The white stripes and stars came from the soldier's shirts; a captain's cloak supplied the blue of the union; and the red stripes came from the flannel petticoats of the women of the garrison, who gladly donated them for the purpose.
 
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3' X 5' Bonnie Blue Flag - Nylon
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3' X 5' Bonnie Blue Flag - Nylon

The Bonnie Blue flag was the official flag of the Republic of West Florida. It was adopted by Florida shortly after their revolt and separation from Spain, and flown until its annexation by the United States 74 days later. It went on to inspire many other famous flags, including the famous Lone Star Flag of Texas and the California State Flag. It was flown by the Confederacy during the civil war is used to represent the values of Federalism, usually with an emphasis on State over Federal government.
 
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2' X 3' British Red Ensign Flag - Nylon
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2' X 3' British Red Ensign Flag - Nylon

The British Red Ensign, sometimes called the "Meteor Flag of Old England" was established by Queen Anne in 1707 as the National emblem of Great Britain. It has a red field with the King's Colors or Grand Union Flag in the dexter corner as a canton. This was the flag of the British during the French and Indian war of 1754-1759 which was fought to decide whether the British or the French should control the continent of America. This momentous question was decided by the Battle of Quebec when Wolfe's infantry scaled the rocky heights to the Plains of Abraham and defeated Montcalm. By the treaty of 1763 Great Britain gained control over all of that vast territory of the new world east of the Mississippi River. France ceded that to the west to Spain. The British Red Ensign was the banner of the British troops who opposed Washington's continentals all through the harrowing days of the American Revolution, and it was under its folds that Cornwallis surrendered at Yorktown on that historic October 19, 1781. It was the British Flag of the French and Indian War.
 
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3' X 5' Bunker Hill Flag - Nylon
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3' X 5' Bunker Hill Flag - Nylon

A flag that arose in the colonies as they sought to separate themselves from the British Empire, the Bunker Hill Flag was a distinct new banner raised and flown at the Battle of Bunker Hill. It still contained St. George's cross in the canton, but the color of the field was changed to blue. It was also one of the first American flags to include the Pine Tree, which would become a lasting symbol of New England and the Colonies.
 
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3' X 5' Commodore Perry Flag - Nylon
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3' X 5' Commodore Perry Flag - Nylon

One of the better known historical Navy flags, this banner was flown by Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry at the legendary Battle of Lake Erie. The inspiring slogan comes from the last words of Captain James Lawrence, who spoke them as he lay dying on his ship in battle three months before. Commodore Perry's flagship, the USS Lawrence, bore the Captains name and waved the flag with his words. Though the Lawrence was claimed in the fight, Commodore Perry brought this banner with him as he left the sinking ship, and raised it again on the USS Niagara. Under it, and against the odds, he defeated the entire British squadron, which had him outgunned.
 
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2' X 3' Continental Flag - Nylon
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2' X 3' Continental Flag - Nylon

With the appearance of the Continental Flag British emblems were entirely eliminated from the Colonial Banner for the first time. In its original form it has a red field and a plain white canton. At the time there was no distinctive symbol available. A pine tree on a white ground was symbolic of many qualities conspicuous in the lives of our New England ancestors. Simple, austere, and bearing withal a stately dignity, it fittingly expressed the ideas and trends of the times. It proclaimed the patriot's love for his homeland with its pine-clad hills. And so it was that the pine tree emblem came into general use and one was placed in the canton of the Continental Banner. It thus became one of the series of the Pine Tree Flags. It is claimed that the Continental Flag with a red field and the pine tree on the white canton, was one of the banners carried by the American troops, who, on that memorable day of June 17, 1775, fought it out with British Regulars on the grassy slopes of Bunker Hill and three times stopped the British charge..
 
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3' X 5' Culpeper Minute Men Flag - Nylon
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3' X 5' Culpeper Minute Men Flag - Nylon

This is the immortal banner of the Culpeper Minute-Men, who fought bravely against the British in the American Revolution. Like the Gadsden Flag and the First Navy Jack, it contains a Timber Rattlesnake with the words, "Don't Tread on Me," a powerful expression of resistance to the British. It also contains the words of their legendary commander, Patrick Henry, whose famous slogan "Liberty or Death" inspired many Colonial Forces to fight for the former at any cost. The Culpeper Minute-Men fought bravely under this flag, striking many decisive blows against the British Infantry. They were a self equipped Militia, known for their irregular but effective tactics.
 
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3' X 5' First Navy Jack Flag - Nylon
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3' X 5' First Navy Jack Flag - Nylon

Flown by the first American Navy as it assembled under Commodore Esek Hopkins, the legendary First Navy Jack has since been a symbol of both the American Navy and spirit. The traditional thirteen stripes are crossed by a Timber Rattlesnake, which was especially significant in the American Revolution, as it became an avatar for the Colonial attitude. The snake does not strike unless provoked, and gives warning first with its rattle, which shown on the flag has thirteen layers. The bold words, "Don't Tread on Me" reiterate the point and ensure that it is understood. Currently, in accordance with the orders of Secretary of the Navy, all US ships are to fly the First Navy Jack for the duration of the War on Terrorism, in honor of those killed on September 11, 2001.
 
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3' X 5' French Fleur-de-lis Flag - Nylon
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3' X 5' French Fleur-de-lis Flag - Nylon

This flag has long been flown by the French, as the Fleur-de-lis bears ancient significance in French Heraldry. French explorers carried it in the Sixteenth and Seventeenth Century, as they lead expeditions across North America. The three golden Fleur-de-lis on the blue field evolved from the original "Lily Flower," tripled by King Charles V in honor of the Holy Trinity.
 
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3' X 5' Fort Moultrie Flag - Nylon
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3' X 5' Fort Moultrie Flag - Nylon

This flag was flown over the Fortifications on Sullivan's Island, South Carolina, as they battled a British Invasion. When the flag fell during the course of the battle, it was lifted by Sergeant William Jasper, who held it until a new flagstaff could be improvised, claiming, "We cannot fight without a flag." But they fought valiantly with the flag, fending off the British fleet and felling their commander, Sir Peter Parker. This decisive battle was the first British loss at sea in years, and prevented them from the capacity for a Southern invasion for a long while afterward. It was enhanced with the bold word "Liberty" to reflect the dreams of the Colonists.
 
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Gadsden Flag - Nylon
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Gadsden Flag - Nylon

The rattlesnake flags were the product of the southern colonies. One of the first of these was the Gadsden Flag, devised by Colonel Christopher Gadsden, a patriot of South Carolina, and presented to Congress with the expressed desire that it be designated as the flag of the Commander of the American Navy. Congress thanked him for the idea and discussed Benjamin Franklin's analysis of the Rattlesnake, but declined to incorporate it into law. It is claimed that the Gadsden Flag was flown on the "Alfred" as the personal banner of commander Esek Hopkins, Commander of the American Navy. It was run up by John Paul Jones. The words "Don't Tread on Me" were evolved from an incident of the times. Lord North had declared that he would never relax his coercive measures until he had brought America to his feet. The sentence is an answer to his Highness and a warning as well. It said, that should he accomplish his purpose, it would be as dangerous to tread on America as it would be to tread on her symbol - the American rattler.
 
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2' X 3' Grand Union Flag - Nylon
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2' X 3' Grand Union Flag - Nylon

As the colonial forces took on a national aspect it became necessary to provide a national flag for them. Out of this situation came the Grand Union or Cambridge Flag with its field of thirteen alternate red and white stripes, which symbolized the union of the 13 colonies, and the King's Colors in canton. While the banner was only half America, it expressed the thought of the times and the political situation in the colonies, which at that time still acknowledged their allegiance to Great Britain. The colonists wanted only justice and their rights as Englishmen. They were united in their determination to secure them and to fight for them if necessary. The Grand Union Flag was raised at Cambridge, January 2, 1776, by General Washington, and given a salute of 13 guns. The occasion marked the beginning of our National existence. It continued to be the flag of the Revolution until the adoption of the Stars and Stripes by an Act of the Continental Congress, June 14, 1777, the birthday of the American Flag.
 
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2' X 3' Kings Colors Flag - Nylon
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2' X 3' Kings Colors Flag - Nylon

For centuries the flag of England was the red cross of St. George on a white field. Likewise, for centuries the flag of Scotland was the white cross of St. Andrew on a blue field. In 1603 England and Scotland, after many years of warfare, united under King James I, and it became necessary to devise a flag which would typify that union. This was done in 1606 by blending the two crosses together. The Scottish flag was retained as the background for the new banner and the cross of St. George superimposed on it. To retain a semblance of the white field of the English flag, the red cross of St. George was mounted on a strip of white which extends out and beyond the borders of the cross, and this makes it prominent and distinct. The new flag was variously called the King's Colors or the Grand Union Flag. It is the banner under which the English colonization of America was effected, and remained the flag of the colonists for more than 100 years.
 
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3' X 5' Lions and Castle (Royal Standard of Spain) Flag - Nylon
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3' X 5' Lions and Castle (Royal Standard of Spain) Flag - Nylon

Under this flag, Christopher Columbus set out on his legendary voyage across the Atlantic, and ultimately discovered the New World. This was the Royal Standard of Spain at the time, with a red lion on a white field opposite a yellow castle on a red field. The Castle is the emblem of the Spanish province of Castille, and the Lion represents Leon. Balboa and Ponce de Leon also sailed under this flag, and carried it for their respective discoveries of the Pacific Ocean and Florida. Magellan's expedition also raised this banner as the became the firsts to sail around the world.
 
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3' X 5' Philadelphia Light Horse Flag - Nylon
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3' X 5' Philadelphia Light Horse Flag - Nylon

The flag of the first American armed force, the Philadelphia City Cavalry. The Light Horse of Philadelphia was established alongside the Continental Congress, as the first Colonial troop without ties to Britain. They outfitted themselves and served the Colonies as a volunteer force under Congress. They remain today as the oldest of Americas armed forces. They fought valiantly under this banner at the Battles of Trenton, Princeton, Brandywine, and Germantown. It was also the first flag to have featured the Thirteen Stripes, each representing a colony.
 
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3' X 5' Pine Tree Flag - Nylon
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3' X 5' Pine Tree Flag - Nylon

The Pine Tree has been an emblem of New England, especially Massachusetts, since it was discovered and colonized. The flag was used long before the revolution, but became one of several symbols that recognized the Colonies as something unique. Simple but elegant, it has always been a patriotic and American image.
 
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3' X 5' Rhode Island Regiment Flag - Nylon
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3' X 5' Rhode Island Regiment Flag - Nylon

Flown by the Rhode Islanders who fought in the American Revolution, this flag was an important part of the colony's history. The Rhode Island flag consists of the White Flag of Commonwealth, with a banner, an anchor, and a star field. The anchor is a symbol of hope, which is also expressed blatantly on the banner. The star field, like most American ones, is in the top corner and has a star for each of the Thirteen Colonies.
 
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2' X 3' Saint George Cross Flag - Nylon
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2' X 3' Saint George Cross Flag - Nylon

While Columbus was in Spain seeking backing for an expedition the Cabot's were in England on a like mission. They had little success, but when the news of Columbus' discovery reached King Henry VII his interest quickened and he gave ear to them. More than a year was consumed in fitting out the expedition, and recruiting and training the ship's crew. Cabot sailed under the Royal Standard of England, the Red Cross of St. George on a white field, an emblem that was brought home in the year 1275 by King Edward I when, as Prince of Wales, he went on one of the crusades to the Holy Land. On June 24, 1497, John Cabot planted this flag on the shores of Labrador. Except for the Viking flag, it was the first flown over the mainland of America. The expedition worked down the coast and went back to England. On subsequent voyages the Cabots explored as far south as Florida but effected no settlements. Under this flag the Constant brought the settlers to Jamestown in 1607. It was one of the flags flown on the Mayflower which brought the Pilgrim Fathers to Plymouth in 1620.
 
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2' X 3' Star Spangled Banner Flag - Nylon
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2' X 3' Star Spangled Banner Flag - Nylon

When Vermont and Kentucky were admitted to the Union, Congress added a stripe and a star to the flag for each of them. This flag of 15 stars and 15 stripes waved over Fort McHenry when the British Navy attacked on the night of September 13, 1814. Francis Scott Key was a hostage on the British Frigate "Surprise". All night through he watched the gallant defense of Fort McHenry. In the first pale streaks of dawn he saw that the flag still proudly waved over the ramparts and was inspired to write the words of our National Anthem, "The Star Spangled Banner." It was this banner under which the American Navy waged a war against the Barbary Pirates and which they hoisted over the fort at Derne, Tripoli, on April 27, 1805, following an assault on that place by American Marines and Blue Jackets. It was the flag under which Commodore Perry won the battle of Lake Erie, and General Andrew Jackson the signal victory over the British Regulars under Sir Edward Pakenham at New Orleans.
 
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3' X 5' Taunton Flag - Nylon
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3' X 5' Taunton Flag - Nylon

The first flag to represent any dissention amongst the Colonies, this flag was raised in the town of Taunton, Massachusetts as a symbol of the colonies frustration and unwillingness to be persecuted. The flag was the first in a series that would warn the British that the Colonies were a force to be reckoned with, and would not accept the any loss of their rights or freedom. The bold words "Liberty and Union" reflect the original sentiment of the Colonists, which was to be treated as equal citizens of the British Empire, ("No taxation with representation!") rather then be excluded from it.
 
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3' X 5' Washington's Cruisers' Flag - Nylon
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3' X 5' Washington's Cruisers' Flag - Nylon

This Pine Tree banner was flown by the American Navy at its birth. As the first American War vessels, a pair of floating batteries, were deployed against the British in Boston Bay, this was the flag they raised. The Pine Tree had become a strong yet simple symbol of New England and the Colonies, and was well likely by Colonials, including General Washington. The words "An Appeal to Heaven," are in reference to a resolution by the Provincial Congress of Massachusetts, which states, "Appealing to Heaven for the justice of our cause, we determine to die or be free."
 
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