Historical Events tagged with "starsandbars"
Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.
Adoption of the Confederate National Flag
The first national flag of the Confederate States, known as the "Stars and Bars," was adopted. This flag featured a distinctive design with three horizontal stripes in red, white, and red, alongside a blue canton containing a circle of white stars. It symbolized the new government formed by the Southern states that seceded from the Union, showcasing their identity and aspirations for autonomy. The flag's creation came during a tumultuous period leading up to the Civil War, reflecting the deep divisions in American society over slavery and states' rights.
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