1st South Alliance - Stars & Bars Flag
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The Confederacy's first official national flag, often called the Stars and Bars, flew from March 4, 1861, to May 1, 1863. It was designed by Nicola Marschall in Marion, Alabama. The flag featured a circle of seven white stars in the navy-blue canton, representing the seven states of the South that originally composed the Confederacy: South Carolina, Mississippi, Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, and Texas. The "Stars and Bars" flag was adopted on March 4, 1861, in the first temporary national capital of Montgomery, Alabama, and raised over the dome of that first Confederate capitol.
As the Confederacy grew, so did the numbers of stars: two were added for Virginia and Arkansas in May 1861, followed by two more representing Tennessee and North Carolina in July, and finally two more for Missouri and Kentucky even thou neither of these two states seceded.
When the American Civil War broke out, the flag confused the battlefield at the First Battle of Bull Run because of its similarity to the Union flag, especially when it was hanging limp on its flagstaff. Many Confederates disliked the Stars and Bars flag early on and by 1862 the Confederates were outraged that their was a resemblance to the Yankee Flag to that of the abolition despotism against which they were fighting.
There are 2 more flags that were designed for the Confederate Army. The 2nd Confederate flag also know as the Stainless Banner (1863-1865) and the 3rd Confederate Flag (1865) also know as the Blood-Stained Banner.
The 2nd and 3rd Confederate flag are no longer produced today as they have the Confederate flag (rebel flag) in the canton. Many see the Confederate flag as a sign of racism.
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Q: What types of flags do you sell?
A: At Liberty Flag, we offer a wide variety of flags, including national flags, state flags, military flags, and custom flags. All our flags are proudly made in the USA.
Q: Are your flags made in the USA?
A: Yes, all of our flags are manufactured in the USA with the highest quality materials and craftsmanship.
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Q: What is the proper order for displaying military flags?
A: The correct order for displaying military flags is as follows:
- United States Army
- United States Marine Corps
- United States Navy
- United States Air Force
- United States Space Force
- United States Coast Guard
Q: How should the American flag be displayed?
A: The flag should be hoisted briskly and lowered ceremoniously. When displayed against a wall, the union (the blue field with stars) should be at the top and to the flag’s own right (the observer’s left). When displayed vertically, the union should be at the top and to the observer’s left. The flag should never touch the ground or be used as drapery.
Q: Do you provide flagpole installation services?
A: Yes, we offer professional flagpole installation services. Our experienced team ensures that your flagpole is installed safely and securely. To schedule an installation service, please contact our customer service team through our website or call us directly.