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What is a flag used as a symbol of a nation?
Such a flag is called a national flag.
What did Confederates call their flag?
The Confederate States of America had 3 different versions of their National Flag. The common flag most familiar as a "Rebel flag" was actually the battle flag carried by each regiment to help identify the unit. Each regiment usually carried their regimental battle flag and the National flag. Names of the National FlagsFirst National FlagSecond National FlagThird National Flag Other Battle Flags were designed based on the individual state from where the unit was from. Each design had a name, usually the name of their commanding general or the Army. Thus the Army of Tennessee had adopted a Blue flag with a White Disc in the center and wide white trim and it became known as the Army of Tennessee flag. The soldiers from Kentucky formed into a unit and adopted a flag that was identified as the flag of the Kentucky Brigade. Before the war really started, the first flag used by the early Confederate States was the "Bonnie Blue Flag" which consisted of a blue flag with a White Star.
Who came first the Cuban flag or the Puerto Rican flag?
The Cuban flag was adopted first, officially becoming the national flag of Cuba on May 20, 1902. The Puerto Rican flag was created later, with its current design being adopted in 1952. However, a version of the Puerto Rican flag resembling the current one was first used in 1895, during the Cuban War of Independence. Thus, while the Cuban flag was officially adopted earlier, both flags share historical ties and influences.
What were al the flags used by the confederate staes?
There were three different "National Flags" authorized by the Confederate government, none of which is the "Rebel Flag" you see today. That flag seen today called the Confederate Flag or the Rebel Flag is actually the Confederate Battle Flag. It was created by an officer of the Confederate Army, for use by the Army. Rach regiment of civil war armies had its own flag, which was an important item, not just a symbol. The armies used linear tactics, and the flag near the center of each regiment was a visible indicator of where the soldiers were supposed to be. The unit's flag was also important as a rallying point, if the unit attacked and was driven back. There is a famous Civil War song, "Rally 'Round The Flag, Boys" which is what the soldiers did after an unsuccessful attack. The Rebel Battle Flag, so popular today, was created after the First Battle of Bull Run (or Manassas), because during that battle it became apparent that the "First National" Confederate Flag looked a LOT like the US Flag, under the smoky conditions of thousands of men discharging black powder weapons all over the field. So, General Beauregard designed the Confederate Battle Flag for use by army units, a design which could not be confused with the US flag. Confusion over the flags was a serious issue, because it could cause "friendly fire" incidents, or cause troops to allow an enemy unit to draw too near believing they were friends due to misidentifying their flag. In the east, in General Lee's army, the Battle Flags were usually square, four feet on each side. In the west, the more familiar rectangular patern flag was used. Sometimes today people will call the Rebel Flag (the Confederate Battle Flag) "The Stars and Bars", which is wrong. "The Stars and Bars" were the First National Confederate Flag, the one which cold be easily confused with the US flag under battlefield conditions. It had a blue field with stars on it in the upper left, just like the US flag, but instead of 13 stripes it had three broad "bars", one red, one white, and one red. The "Second National" Flag was designed for use by the Confederate Navy. It was a white flag, and instead of a blue field with stars on it in the upper left corner, it had a representation of the army's battle flag. But because it was a white flag, it could be confused as a completely white flag signifying surrender, so a broad red vertical stripe was added up and down the other side of the flag from the field, and this was the "Third National" flag.
What is a flag is used for?
The original purpose of flags was to identify the nationality (or faction) of a given group of soldiers on a battlefield. Subsequently it has been used as a national symbol.
In which year was the Olympic flag designed?
The Olympic flag was designed in 1914, but first used at the 1920 Olympic games.
What year was olympic flag designed?
The Olympic flag was designed in 1914, but first used at the 1920 Olympic games.
When was the current Australian flag - as used in 2009 - designed?
1900, first flown on Federation 1901.
What is a flag used as a symbol of a nation?
Such a flag is called a national flag.
When the british flag first used?
when was the british flag first used
What national flag is oldest?
The Danish 'strength of Denmark' Dannebrog is the oldest national flag used for over 700 years.
When was Betsy Ross ask to make the American flag?
She didn't make the flag. This is a story her grandson made up in 1870. Congress gives credit to Francis Hopkinsonwho designed the flag. The first flag was made for the navy in 1776 and it was a basic British flag with stripes. The second flag had stars where the British flag had a cross.Mary Pickersgillwas contracted to sew two flags for Fort McHenryin 1813. The first flag, which became the Star Spangled Banner, was a garrison flag. The second one was used for foul weather.Read more at the National Museum of American History
What did Confederates call their flag?
The Confederate States of America had 3 different versions of their National Flag. The common flag most familiar as a "Rebel flag" was actually the battle flag carried by each regiment to help identify the unit. Each regiment usually carried their regimental battle flag and the National flag. Names of the National FlagsFirst National FlagSecond National FlagThird National Flag Other Battle Flags were designed based on the individual state from where the unit was from. Each design had a name, usually the name of their commanding general or the Army. Thus the Army of Tennessee had adopted a Blue flag with a White Disc in the center and wide white trim and it became known as the Army of Tennessee flag. The soldiers from Kentucky formed into a unit and adopted a flag that was identified as the flag of the Kentucky Brigade. Before the war really started, the first flag used by the early Confederate States was the "Bonnie Blue Flag" which consisted of a blue flag with a White Star.
Where was the Philippine flag first used?
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Why is the fleg red and blue?
It's designer Francis Hopkins used the Union Jack as the foundation for the flag he designed in 1776 for the navy. Congress has recognized him as the maker of the first flag not Ross.
Why is the fleg red white and blue?
It's designer Francis Hopkins used the Union Jack as the foundation for the flag he designed in 1776 for the navy. Congress has recognized him as the maker of the first flag not Ross.
When was the Scottish flag first used?
The Scottish flag is known as the Sattire and St. Andrew's Cross. This flag was first used in the 16th Century.
