The Stars and Stripes and Other American Flags: Including Their Origin and History, Army and Navy Regulations Concerning the National Standard and Ensign, Flag Making, Salutes, Improvised, Unique, and - Hardcover

Peleg D. Harrison

9780265463147: The Stars and Stripes and Other American Flags: Including Their Origin and History, Army and Navy Regulations Concerning the National Standard and Ensign, Flag Making, Salutes, Improvised, Unique, and

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ISBN 10: 0265463149 ISBN 13: 9780265463147

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Discover the origins and evolution of the American flag and related standards, from ancient emblems to modern symbols of nation and pride.

This comprehensive volume traces how flags and guidons shaped history, from early tribal standards to the flags that have flown over capitals and ships. It explains how national colors evolved, the laws that governed display, and the stories behind famous banners, both American and foreign, that readers have long debated and remembered.

With clear explanations and historical context, the book blends origin, regulation, and vivid accounts of flag displays, triumphs, and surrender moments that marked turning points in American history.

Origins of flag symbolism and the emergence of national standards.
Key figures, events, and moments that defined the display of the flag in war and peace.
Discussion of regulations, improvised flags, and notable flag stories across eras.
Illustrative histories of the Stars and Stripes and related banners.

Ideal for readers interested in military history, vexillology, and the cultural significance of the American flag.

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