Flags were the visual emblem of a colonial people determined to break free from the yoke of British rule. They proclaimed their patriotism through their symbols and were the rallying point for many of America’s most memorable moments during the American Revolution. In this collection, you’ll find familiar, well-known flags like the Gadsden Flag and Betsy Ross Flag as well as some that are a bit lesser known but no less important.Source :https://ultimateflags.com/collections/revolutionary-war-flags/
This unique flag features 13 blue eight-pointed stars within an expanded white canton and alternating red and blue stripes. It was a flag used during the Battle of Guilford Courthouse in North Carolina in 1781, one of the most significant battles of the American Revolution. This flag was later featured in John Trumbull’s 1828 painting, Surrender of Lord Cornwallis at Yorktown.
Pine Tree Flags
This particular flag was used by a unit of militia from Culpeper County, Virginia when they marched to Williamsburg in 1775. Its design incorporates the silhouette of a rattlesnake, a symbol of colonial resistance to British control.
Discover more about these fascinating, often forgotten American Revolution flags through the exhibition. You can also learn about the importance of flags during this time period in our Hands-on History center, where you can try your hand at designing a flag of your own. Plus, you can explore other exciting resources, including books, 18th-century costumes, a Mount Vernon dollhouse, and more.
