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The CA flag is the "Bear" flag. It still flies everyday over the state. When CA became a state on Sept. 9th 1850 the US flag was added and both are used. The flag was designed and sewn by a little girl and commissioned by John C. Fremont. The story goes that when he captured the state from the Mexican government and took the governor captive he had the flag made to fly over Monterey The story states that the red stripe on the bottom first came from the petticoat of the girl who made it. By-the-way one reason why a bear was used on the flag is because in the early days of the state bears roamed the state and could be found in most regions. The Spanish use to capture them, dig a pit, and put a bear and bull together to watch the outcome. The bear population of the state is smaller and to see one you usually have to go into the high country. To shoot and hunt a bear takes a special hunting permit. To observe a bear is a real experience.
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∙ 9y agoThe replacing of the so-called Bear Flag with that of the United States is one of history's great twists. The "Bear Flag" was originally raised as a representation of the American settlers' insurgency against Mexico. The raising of the flag, and the declaration of war between Mexico and the United States, led to Army Lieutenant John C. Fremont to accept control of the Sonoma fort. A short time later, Commodore John Sloat arrived, announced that the US was at war with Mexico, and sent a lone Lieutenant to change the flags at Sonoma and Sumner. The Lieutenant's name was Joseph W. Revere- The grandson of Paul Revere- And he raised the replaced the Bear flag with that of the US on July 7, 1846.
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What US state has a bear on its flag?
California has a bear on its flag
What does bear on the US flag stand for?
There isn't a bear on the US flag. There are fifty stars and thirteen stripes. =\ But, if you're talking about the California state flag; well that's a different story. ^^;
How would you describe the bear flag rebellion?
The Bear Flag Revolt took place in California, while Mexico still had control of it. While US and Mexico were feuding, John Fremont, a US army major, began encouraging the Americans living in Mexico's California to revolt. 33 people did, creating a flag for the "California Republic". The flag had a bear and a star on it, thus came the name "The Bear Flag Revolt".
Why Is the bear flag significant to California?
Not many people know the true meaning of this symbol. The grizzly bear supposedly represents all of the bears in California and, by extension, California wildlife. The grizzly bear on the California Flag is also said to be a symbol of strength, courage and independence.
Who replaced the bear flag with the flag of the us?
The CA flag is the "Bear" flag. It still flies everyday over the state. When CA became a state on Sept. 9th 1850 the US flag was added and both are used. The flag was designed and sewn by a little girl and commissioned by John C. Fremont. The story goes that when he captured the state from the Mexican government and took the governor captive he had the flag made to fly over Monterey The story states that the red stripe on the bottom first came from the petticoat of the girl who made it. By-the-way one reason why a bear was used on the flag is because in the early days of the state bears roamed the state and could be found in most regions. The Spanish use to capture them, dig a pit, and put a bear and bull together to watch the outcome. The bear population of the state is smaller and to see one you usually have to go into the high country. To shoot and hunt a bear takes a special hunting permit. To observe a bear is a real experience.
What does the colors on the baja california flag stand for?
The "Baja California flag" is the Mexican national flag, as Mexican states don't have a flag on their own -- unlike US states. See the related questions section for further details.
Is it OK to cut up an American flag to repair another?
The American flag is not to be repaired but replaced according to the US Flag Code - see link below .
What US state flag contains only the colors red and white?
California
What does each star mean?
Do you mean on the American flag? If you are, each star means a state. There is 50 stars and 50 states, which makes sence. Exaple: California is a state in the US so California gets a star on the flag.
Why is there an American flag on the moon?
Because the Americans placed it there as proof that they landed on the moon.However, they no longer bear the image of the US flag on them. Due to space weathering, the flags are now completely white.
Full name of California?
Prior to 1846: Norte California (stated in US papers during that period as Upper California). During the Mexican War (1846-48), the California Republic (so noted on the current California state flag). For normal correspondence, California.
Who made the designs of the flag of the US flag?
According to Congress a man name Francis Hopkinson made the first flag in 1776 for the navy. He chose the colors from the British Union Jack and added white stripes to it. Later, the stars replaced the cross on the British flag.
