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Learn about the different types and meanings of Civil War flags, from the national flags of the North and South to the regimental colors of various units. See examples of unique and distinctive flags, such as the Irish Brigade, the Van Dorn Flag and the Army of the Potomac Headquarters flag.
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- Union Flags
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The flags of the Confederate States of America have a history of three successive designs during the American Civil War. The flags were known as the "Stars and Bars", used from 1861 to 1863; the "Stainless Banner", used from 1863 to 1865; and the "Blood-Stained Banner", used in 1865 shortly before the Confederacy 's dissolution.
Learn about the flags that represented the Union and the Confederacy during the Civil War. Explore articles, videos, and museum collections of Civil War flags and their stories.
Explore the flags used by the Union and the Confederacy during the Civil War. Learn how flags signaled, symbolized and inspired the soldiers and the people.
Learn about the different flags used by the Union and the Confederacy during the Civil War, and how they influenced the outcome of the battles. See pictures and descriptions of the national, battle and regimental flags, and their meanings and significance.
Men in service took pride in what their flag meant, whether it symbolized their particular corps or the larger intentions of war. Designating flags were used to organize army units, whereas other flags directly represented the two warring factions.
Learn how flags were used as symbols of honor and identification by both Northern and Southern units in the Civil War. Explore the designs, meanings, and stories behind the flags of different regiments and companies.
