The world’s strangest flags and why we love them

49-star American Flag On January 3rd, 1959, the 49 star flag became the official flag of the United States. Alaska was the 49th state formally granted statehood under an Executive order by President Eisenhower (January 3rd, 1959).

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• 30-star Flag for Wisconsin, 1848-50.
• Declaration of Independence Kerchief, 1826.
• Abraham Lincoln Kerchief, 1861-62.
• Civil War Regimental Flag, 1861-65.
• Andrew Johnson Broadside, 1865.
• Lincoln and Johnson Campaign Flag, 1864. Jeff R.
• Teddy Roosevelt Textile, 1906. Jeff R.
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• Guam. The only flag in the world designed to look like a really tacky souvenir t-shirt.
• Kyrgyzstan. The only flag in the world featuring a flaming Pétanque ball.
• Central African Republic.
• Northern Marianas Islands.
• Mozambique.
• Bermuda.
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• St Lucia.

The 15-star, 15-stripe flag was authorized by the Flag Act of January 13, 1794, adding 2 stripes and 2 Stars. This flag was the only U.S. Flag to have more than 13 stripes. It was immortalized by Francis Scott Key during the bombardment of Fort McHenry, Sept 13, 1814.

Unless you find a US Navy made flag, their value is fairly low. The 50 star flag is the current design and so is not considered an antique. These first four patterns are fairly common and have only a moderate value. Note the 39 and 42 star flags were never official.

The 45-Star Flag became the Official United States Flag on July 4th, 1896….Additional Information.

Always start with the stars. Since 1818, while the stripes were set at 13, alternate red and white, the number of stars would change on the admission of a new state. So, if you want to identify the year your flag was manufactured, count the stars, then check it against the list of official U.S. flags above.

The stripes represent the original 13 Colonies and the stars represent the 50 states of the Union. The colors of the flag are symbolic as well; red symbolizes hardiness and valor, white symbolizes purity and innocence, and blue represents vigilance, perseverance and justice.

national flag consisting of white stars (50 since July 4, 1960) on a blue canton with a field of 13 alternating stripes, 7 red and 6 white. The 50 stars stand for the 50 states of the union, and the 13 stripes stand for the original 13 states.

One of the first times a black American flag entered the American consciousness was during the American Civil War of 1861 to 1865. During that period, particular Confederate Army units flew the black flag to symbolise the opposite of the white flag of surrender. It means they would neither give, nor accept, quarter.

What does a black American Flag mean? Black flags have historically been used to signify that no quarter will be given. When translated into modern language, this means that captured enemy combatants will be killed rather than taken prisoner.

The reverse flag dates back to the Army’s early history when both cavalry and infantry units would charge ahead as the Stars and Stripes streamed backwards. Today, the reverse flag is worn on the right sleeve of military uniforms and symbolizes the courage and respect of those who serve.

Since the Stars and Stripes are mounted with the canton closest to the pole, that section of the flag stayed to the right, while the stripes flew to the left. Therefore, the flag is worn on the right shoulder, and wearing it backward gives the effect of the flag flying in the breeze as the wearer moves forward.

The Meaning of the Thin Blue Line Flag: The Blue represents the officer and the courage they find deep inside when faced with unbelievable odds. The Black background was designed as a constant reminder of our fallen brother and sister officers. Honor our Men and Women of Law Enforcement with this Thin Blue Line Flag.

The “Thin Blue Line” American flag represents law enforcement and is flown to show support for the men and women who put their lives on the line every day to protect us. In both versions, the black space above the blue line represents society, order and peace, while the black below, crime, anarchy, and chaos.

Thin Red Line Flag

The thin green line is a symbol that is used to show support for federal law enforcement agents such as border patrol, park rangers and conservation personnel. The thin green line is also used to show support for the men and women of our military.

The Thin Yellow Line honors all those who serve in public safety telecommunication, including police dispatchers, fire dispatchers, and ambulance dispatchers. The Thin Yellow Line can also represent Security Guards, Loss Prevention Associates, and Search and Rescue Personnel.

Measuring 3 X 5 feet, this Think Pink Line is designed to celebrate BOTH breast cancer survivorship AND the incredible power of women in America. This flag is made of lightweight polyester and can be used indoors or outdoors.

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Genderfluid Pride Flag It has five horizontal stripes: pink for femininity, blue for masculinity, purple for both masculinity and femininity, black for the lack of gender, and white for all genders.

The black stripe represents asexuality, the grey stripe the grey-are between sexual and asexual, the white stripe sexuality, and the purple stripe community. The Transgender Pride flag was designed by Monica Helms.

It means a violation of the US Flag Code. The pink is to show support for all of the Americans who have lost their lives to, or are currently battling, breast cancer. There are other colors as well, each with their own meaning.

The flag of South Vietnam served as national flag of the former State of Vietnam, and its successor, the Republic of Vietnam from 1949 to 1975. The flag is popular amongst overseas Vietnamese communities. It consists of a yellow background with three red horizontal stripes through the middle.

The Thin Black Line (2015) When two overzealous Black Police Officers kill an innocent youth, they arrest and blame the crime on a white officer. Unbeknownst to them, the incident was witnessed by the local crack addict and with the truth being revealed other officers lives are put in jeopardy.