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NYLON AMERICAN FLAGS
American Flags With Embroidered Stars. SolarMax Technology Resists Color Fading and Bleeding
Recommended For: Majority of Outdoor and Indoor Areas
HEAVY DUTY AMERICAN FLAGS
The Toughest Flag Out There Is A Lasting Investment, Beautifully Embroidered On Two-Ply Polyester Recommended For: Areas With High Winds, Rain or Strong Sun
GIANT FLAGS
Turn Heads and Show Your Love of America With The Largest Flags, Only For The Greatest Patriots! Recommended For: Large Flagpoles, Sports, Parades, Memorials
OUR FLAGS ARE MADE IN THE USA
STATE FLAGS
From Alabama to Wyoming, Nylon SolarMax Flags For All 52 US States.
MILITARY & VETERAN
Flags to Honor Serving and Veteran Men & Women of Our US Military.
NATIONAL FLAGS
Fray and Sun Resistant Nylon Flags. Can't See Yours? We'll Make It!
NAUTICAL SIGNAL
Individual and Full Sets of Signal Flags from Alpha to Zulu.
CUSTOM PRINTED ITEMS
Flags and Banners Customized With Your Business Logo or Name
ISO / IATF
Flags & Banners for a Range of Certifications. Can't Find Yours, We'll Make It!
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EXTERNAL HALYARD
Our Most Popular Flagpoles. An Economical and Well Made Choice
Ideal for Business, School, Rural and Some Residential Applications.
INTERNAL HALYARD
Premium Flagpoles Offering the Best Aesthetics and Security.
Ideal for Municipal, Military, and Government Applications.
INDOOR FLAGPOLES
For Display Where the Utmost in Quality and Appearance are Desired.
Recommended for: Church, Courtrooms, Schools, Office
FLAGPOLE TOPPERS
Golden Eagles and Ornaments to Perfectly Finish Your Flagpole and Give It A Special Touch.
SENTINEL™ LIGHTS
The Ultimate 24/7 Lighting Option For Flagpoles - Dazzling Light With No Light Pollution
FLAGPOLE LIGHTS
Solar and Hard Wired Lights to Correctly Light up Your Flag Throughout the Night.
FLAGPOLE HARDWARE
Finishing Touches and Additional Hardware to Keep Your Flag Flying High.
Our Flagpoles Are Proudly
Made In America
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PREMIUM RESIDENTIAL
The Best Option For Domestic Use, Our Sectional Flagpoles Are Quick-Ship, Lightweight and Tough.
Recommended for: Light Domestic Use, Yards, Driveways etc
EASY INSTALL RESIDENTIAL
Our Telescoping Flagpoles Are Simple To Install, Portable and Have The Widest Range of Finishes.
Recommended for: Beach Days, Cabins, Tailgating, Camping,
WALL MOUNTED RESIDENTIAL
Wall Mounted Flagpoles Are a Perfect Space Saving, Starter Flagpole To Quickly Get Your Flag Flying.
Recommended For: Porches, Store Fronts, Garages, Outhouses, Fences
May 25, 2021 2 min read
One reason why nations have flags is for representation—people living under that flag often feel connected. US states have their own flags for similar reasons; each state had a history before it joined the Union. Learn why each state has its own flag and uncover a little more about America and the states’ history!
One reason why each state has its own flag remains tied to history. Before the United States annexed the various states, they were territories that acted on their own. Each of these territories had its own set of laws. So, for many states, their flags are symbolic reminders of their history and what the states were before becoming a part of the United States.
Each state has a different design on its flag, which represents the state in various ways. For instance, the flag may feature certain geographical elements, historical dates, or animals. Moreover, every flag emphasizes certain colors and symbols, often due to the state’s history.
Members or groups of the state typically designed its flag, and in some cases, statewide contests decided what design was best. This adds to the flag’s importance because it represents the connection between the citizens.
Take a look at the Alaskan and Californian state flags to spot the similarities and differences in their symbols.
Alaska’s state flag has stars, though not as many as our national flag, nor in the same pattern. The state acquired its flag design in 1927. Interestingly, a 13-year-old boy designed Alaska’s state flag. It depicts the star Polaris and the Big Dipper with a blue background. The background symbolizes the sky, the ocean, and the state flower, the forget-me-not. The North Star represents Alaska’s future, and the Big Dipper, also known as the Great Bear, represents strength.
The Californian flag has a grizzly bear on it, and like the Great Bear constellation on Alaska’s flag, it stands for strength. The symbol was important to California, as it used its flag to declare independence from Mexico in 1846.
Just like the American flag represents our nation, state flags serve as symbols of each state. Often, these emblems are important because of their connection to the state’s history. By knowing why each state has its own flag, you can begin recognizing what each flag represents. With knowledge comes understanding, and with it, unity. Some of us may be states apart, but we’re all connected under one national flag.
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