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Description: The First Navy Jack was the naval jack of the United States from 1975 to 1976 and again from 2002 to 2019. It was authorized by the U.S. Navy and was flown from the jackstaff of commissioned vessels of the U.S. Navy while moored pier side or at anchor. Since then, it is used only as a naval jack by the oldest active warship in the U.S. Navy. The design is traditionally regarded as that of the first U.S. naval jack, flown soon after independence, but this is not supported by the historical record.
Description: The Gadsden flag is a historical American flag with a yellow field depicting a timber rattlesnake coiled and ready to strike. Beneath the rattlesnake are the words DONT TREAD ON ME. The flag is named after Christopher Gadsden, a South Carolinian delegate to the Continental Congress and brigadier general in the Continental Army, who designed the flag in 1775 during the American Revolution.
Description: Join, or Die. is a political cartoon showing the disunity in the American colonies, originally in the context of the French and Indian War in 1754. Attributed to Benjamin Franklin, the original publication by The Pennsylvania Gazette on May 9, 1754. The cartoon is a woodcut showing a snake cut into eighths, with each segment labeled with the initials of one of the American colonies or regions. New England was represented as one segment, rather than the four colonies it was at that time. Delaware was not listed separately as it was part of Pennsylvania. Georgia, however, was omitted completely. As a result, it has eight segments of a snake rather than the traditional 13 colonies.
Description: The national flag of the United States, often referred to as the American flag or the U.S. flag, consists of thirteen horizontal stripes, alternating red and white, with a blue rectangle in the canton bearing fifty small, white, five-pointed stars arranged in nine offset horizontal rows, where rows of six stars alternate with rows of five stars. The 50 stars on the flag represent the 50 U.S. states, and the 13 stripes represent the thirteen British colonies that won independence from Great Britain in the American Revolutionary War.
Description: The state flag of the U.S. state of Minnesota consists of a dark blue field representing the night sky and the state's shape, an eight-pointed star representing the North Star, and a bright blue field representing the state's abundant waters; the star is based on one prominently featured in the Minnesota State Capitol rotunda.
Description: 1983-2024 The central design features three concentric circular fields. The innermost field is filled with a simplified version of the state seal. Around the seal is a ring of blue ornamented with a wreath of pink-and-white lady's-slippers and a red ribbon, upon which are written the years 1819 and 1893 (for the establishment of Fort Snelling and the first Minnesota flag, respectively). At the top of the blue ring the year 1858 is set in gold. Around the blue ring is a white ring upon which 19 stars form five radially arrayed groups. Each group contain four stars except for the top-center group, which has two stars of standard size and one larger than the rest, representing the North Star.
Description: The state coat of arms depicts a blue shield, upon which the sun rises over a lake and peninsula, and a man with a raised hand, representing peace and holding a long gun, representing the fight for state and nation as a frontier state. As supporters, the elk and moose are derived from the Hudson's Bay Company coat of arms, and depict great animals of Michigan. The bald eagle represents the United States, which formed the state of Michigan from the Northwest Territory.
Description: The flag of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts displays, on both sides, the state coat of arms on a white field. The shield is meant to depict an Algonquian Native American with bow and arrow; the arrow is pointed downward, signifying peace. However, the face of the figure is modelled on a photo of Ojibwe chief Thomas Little Shell. A white star with five points appears next to the figure's head, signifying Massachusetts as a U.S. state. A blue ribbon surrounds the shield, bearing the state motto Ense Petit Placidam, Sub Libertate Quietem ("By the Sword We Seek Peace, But Peace Only Under Liberty").
Description: The flag of Maryland is the official flag of the U.S. state of Maryland and the 17th-century heraldic banner of arms of Cecil, 2nd Baron Baltimore. It consists of the arms of his father George, 1st Baron Baltimore (1579–1632), quartered with those of his grandmother, heiress of the Crossland family. The flag was officially adopted by the Maryland General Assembly in 1904.
Description: he flag of Maine features the state coat of arms on a blue field. In the center of a heraldic shield, a moose rests under a tall pine tree. A farmer and seaman are meant to represent the traditional reliance on agriculture and the sea by the state. The North Star is intended to allude to the state motto: dirigo ('I lead').
Description: The flag of Louisiana consists of a rectangular field of blue with the arms of Louisiana, a pelican vulning herself, in white in the center, with a ribbon beneath, also in white, containing in blue the state motto: "Union Justice Confidence". The flag was officially adopted July 1, 1912, and is often referred to as the Pelican flag.
Description: The design consists of three vertical stripes of blue, white, and red, the blue stripe being nearest the staff and the white stripe being in the center. On the central white stripe is depicted a spreading eagle bearing in its beak blue streamers on which is inscribed the state motto, 'Our liberties we prize and our rights we will maintain' in white letters, with the word 'Iowa' in red letters below the streamers.
Description: The current flag depicts the Great Seal of Illinois, which was originally designed in 1819 and emulated the Great Seal of the United States. In the eagle's beak there is a banner with the state motto, "State Sovereignty, National Union." The dates on the seal, 1818 and 1868, represent the year Illinois became a state and the year in which the Great Seal was redesigned by Sharon Tyndale. Although "State Sovereignty" comes first in the motto, "State" is at the bottom and "Sovereignty" is upside-down.
Description: The flag of the state of Idaho was adopted on March 15, 1927, and consists of the state seal on a field of blue. The words "State of Idaho" appear in gold letters on a red and gold band below the seal. According to the official description of the flag, there should also be a fringe of gold around the edges. The seal depicts a miner and a woman representing equality, liberty and justice. The symbols on the seal represent some of Idaho's natural resources: mines, forests, farmland and wildlife.
Description: The flag of Hawaii was first adopted in the early 19th century by the Hawaiian Kingdom and continued to be used after its overthrow in 1893. It is the only U.S. state flag to feature a foreign country's national flag—that of the Union Jack—which commemorates the British Royal Navy's historical relations with the Kingdom of Hawaii, and in particular the pro-British sentiment of its first ruler, King Kamehameha
Description: The flag of Delaware consists of a buff-colored diamond on a field of colonial blue, with the coat of arms of the state of Delaware inside the diamond. Below the diamond, the date December 7, 1787, declares the day on which Delaware became the first state to ratify the United States Constitution. The colors of the flag reflect the colors of the uniform of General George Washington.
Description: The state flag of Arkansas, also known as the Arkansas flag, is a red banner charged with a large blue-bordered white lozenge (diamond). Twenty-nine five-pointed stars appear on the flag: twenty-five small white stars within the blue border, and four larger blue stars in the white diamond. The inscription "ARKANSAS" appears in blue within the white lozenge, with one star above and three stars below. The star above and the two outer stars below point upwards; the inner star below points downwards.
Description: The flag of the State of Alabama shall be a crimson cross of St. Andrew on a field of white. The bars forming the cross shall be not less than six inches broad, and must extend diagonally across the flag from side to side. St. Andrew's cross represents the cross on which St. Andrew was crucified.
Description: The state flag of Alaska displays eight gold stars, forming the Big Dipper and Polaris, on a dark blue field. The Big Dipper is an asterism in the constellation Ursa Major, which symbolizes a bear, indigenous to Alaska. As depicted on the flag, its stars can be used as a guide by the novice to locate Polaris and determine true north. The design was created by Benny Benson of Seward and selected from among roughly 700 entries in a 1927 contest.
Description: The flag of the U.S. state of Georgia bears three horizontal stripes (a red-white-red triband) and features a blue canton containing a ring of 13 white stars that encircle the state's gold-colored coat of arms. The ring of stars that encompass the state's coat of arms represents Georgia as one of the original Thirteen Colonies. the coat the arch symbolizes the state's constitution while the pillars represent the three branches of government. The words of the state motto, "Wisdom, Justice, and Moderation", are wrapped around the pillars, guarded by a figure dressed in colonial attire from the American Revolutionary War. Within the arms, a sword is drawn to represent the defense of the state's constitution with the motto of the US below.
Description: The flag of Arizona consists of 13 rays of red and gold on the top half. The center star signifies copper production; Arizona produces more copper than any other state in the US. The height of the flag is two units high while the width is three units wide. The sun rays at the top are divided into 13 equal segments, starting with red and alternating with gold until the rays are complete. In the center of the flag, the copper star is one unit high, while the rest of the flag is covered by a blue section measuring one unit high and three units wide. The colors of red and blue are the same shade used on the flag of the United States.
Description: The flag of Florida consists of a red saltire on a white background, with the state seal superimposed on the center. The flag's current design has been in use since May 21, 1985, after the design of the Florida state seal was graphically improved and officially sanctioned for use by state officials. In 2001, a survey conducted by the North American Vexillological Association ranked Florida's state flag 34th in design quality of the 72 Canadian provincial, U.S. state and U.S. territorial flags ranked. It is one of three U.S. state flags to feature the words "In God We Trust" (the U.S. motto since 1956), with the other two being those of Georgia and Mississippi.
Description: The Lone Star Flag is the official flag of the U.S. state of Texas. The flag, flown at homes and businesses statewide, is highly popular among Texans and is treated with a great degree of reverence and esteem within Texas. Along with the flag of Hawaii, it is one of two state flags to have previously served as a national flag of an independent country. In 2001, the North American Vexillological Association surveyed its members on the designs of the 72 U.S. state, territorial, and Canadian provincial flags and ranked the Texas flag second, behind New Mexico.
Description: The state flag of Washington consists of the state seal, displaying an image of its namesake George Washington, on a field of dark green with gold fringe being optional. It is the only U.S. state flag with a field of green as well as the only state flag with the image of an American president. The secretary of state regulates flag protocol related to the state flag, as well approving replica flags for commercial sale and other standards related to the flag.
Description: The shield displays a masted ship and a sloop on the Hudson River (symbols of inland and foreign commerce), bordered by a grassy shore and a mountain range in the background with the smiling sun rising behind it. The shield has two supporters: Left: Liberty, with the Revolutionary imagery of a Phrygian cap raised on a pole. Her left foot treads upon a crown that represents freedom from the British monarchy that once ruled what is now New York as a colony. Right: Justice, wearing a blindfold (representing impartiality) and holding scales (representing fairness) and the sword of justice. A banner below the shield shows the motto Excelsior, a Latin word meaning "higher", "superior", "lordly", commonly translated as "Ever Upward."
Description: The Bear Flag is the official flag of the U.S. state of California. The precursor of the flag was first flown during the 1846 Bear Flag Revolt and was also known as the Bear Flag. A predecessor, called the Lone Star Flag, was used in an 1836 independence movement; the red star element from that flag appears in the Bear Flag of today.
Description: The Seal of the Commonwealth of Virginia is the official seal of the Commonwealth of Virginia, a U.S. state. The state flag of Virginia consists of the obverse of the seal against a blue background. A state flag was first adopted at the beginning of the American Civil War in April 1861, readopted in 1912, and standardized by the General Assembly in February 1950. The standing allegorical female figure of virtue is shown having vanquished tyranny, symbolized by a fallen king at her feet. She has an exposed breast in the manner of classical depictions of Amazons. The motto Sic semper tyrannis means "Thus always to tyrants." It is one of three US state flags (along with New York and New Jersey) with a depiction of a woman, and the only
Description: Celebrate the season of gratitude with our minimalist "Give Thanks" design. Featuring a beautifully simple turkey illustration and elegant typography, this design captures the essence of Thanksgiving in a timeless and stylish way. The clean lines and classic black-and-white color scheme make it a versatile addition to your holiday wardrobe or decor. Perfect for anyone who appreciates the spirit of thankfulness, this design is great for t-shirts, hoodies, or wall art. Whether you're hosting a Thanksgiving dinner or looking for a thoughtful gift, this design is a beautiful reminder to give thanks during the holiday season.
Description: Capture the beauty of the harvest season with our "Autumn Harvest" design. This vintage-inspired illustration features a charming farmhouse nestled among autumn-colored trees, pumpkins, corn stalks, and sunflowers. The warm, earthy tones of the design evoke the cozy, nostalgic feelings of fall and the harvest season. Perfect for anyone who loves the rustic charm of autumn, this design brings the spirit of the season to life. Whether you’re decorating for fall or wearing it on a cozy sweater, this design celebrates the simple beauty of harvest time. Ideal for t-shirts, hoodies, or seasonal decor, it’s a timeless addition to your fall wardrobe or home.
Description: Celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving with this stylish "Give Thanks" design. Featuring a minimalist turkey illustration and bold typography, this design emphasizes gratitude in a modern, eye-catching way. The elegant lines and warm colors make it a perfect choice for the season. Whether you're wearing it to your Thanksgiving dinner or gifting it to someone special, this design brings a festive and thoughtful touch to your holiday wardrobe. Ideal for t-shirts, hoodies, or decor, it’s a simple yet powerful way to express your appreciation during this time of year.
Description: Celebrate Thanksgiving with our "Leftovers Are For Quitters" tee! This humorous shirt is perfect for anyone who believes in enjoying every delicious bite of turkey dinner. Made from soft, high-quality materials, it’s ideal for family gatherings or lounging at home. Show off your love for feasting on Thanksgiving and make a bold statement this holiday season. Perfect as a gift for friends and family who appreciate good food and fun!
Description: Get ready to feast with our "Gobble 'til You Wobble" tee! This playful design captures the joy of indulging in a delicious Thanksgiving dinner. Made from soft, high-quality fabric, this shirt is perfect for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or just lounging on the couch after that big meal. Wear it proudly as you enjoy turkey, stuffing, and all the fixings, and show everyone that you believe in celebrating Thanksgiving with gusto!
Description: Celebrate Thanksgiving in style with our "Happy Thanksgiving" design! This vibrant retro illustration features a festive gathering around the dinner table, complete with a beautifully presented turkey. The bold "HAPPY THANKSGIVING" text adds a playful touch, making it perfect for holiday apparel or decor. Ideal for t-shirts, hoodies, or wall art, this design captures the warmth and joy of family and friends during the holiday season. Wear it proudly and spread the festive spirit!
Description: Celebrate Thanksgiving with a unique twist! Our "Happy Thanksgiving" design features a beautifully illustrated anime-style family gathering around a bountiful table, complete with a golden turkey and seasonal delights. The design captures the warmth and joy of the holiday, showcasing a blend of tradition and modernity. This eye-catching piece, adorned with the phrase "ハッピーサンクスギビング" (Happy Thanksgiving), makes for a perfect addition to your holiday apparel or home decor. Whether you’re hosting a feast or enjoying a cozy dinner, this design is sure to spread festive cheer. Ideal for t-shirts, hoodies, or wall art, it’s a delightful way to express your gratitude and love for family during this special season!
