U.S. Flag History Subscription

Used by Spain during the colonial period, this flag represented Spanish authority across New Spain, including early Texas and parts of North America.

This red cross on a white field symbolized English authority in early North American colonies prior to independence.

The Union Jack represented British rule over the American colonies before the Revolutionary War.

Used on British colonial ships and outposts, this flag combined the Union Jack with a red field to represent British maritime authority.

Associated with colonial resistance to British rule, this striped flag became a symbol of protest during the lead-up to the American Revolution.

Raised in Taunton, Massachusetts, this flag is one of the earliest known colonial banners to openly defy British authority.

Carried by Massachusetts militia, this flag is believed to have been used at the Battle of Concord during the opening of the Revolutionary War.

Considered the first national flag of the United Colonies, it combined British elements with colonial symbolism during the early stages of the war.

Used by naval vessels under George Washington’s command, this flag identified early American naval resistance.

Carried by militia forces from Vermont, this flag is associated with early victories against British forces.

Featuring the phrase “An Appeal to Heaven,” this flag symbolized colonial resistance and was used by early American naval forces.

Created during the Revolutionary War, the “Don’t Tread on Me” design became a lasting symbol of American independence.

Used by the Continental Navy, this striped flag reinforced unity among the colonies during the war.

Raised during the defense of Charleston, this flag became an early symbol of American resilience.

Carried by Virginia militia, this flag reflected the growing call for independence among colonial forces.

Associated with the Battle of Bunker Hill, this flag represents one of the first major conflicts of the Revolutionary War.

Used by Rhode Island troops, this flag symbolized state-level contributions to the Revolutionary War effort.

Traditionally associated with the first official U.S. flag, this design featured thirteen stars representing the original colonies.

Linked to the Battle of Bennington, this variation of the early U.S. flag reflects regional militia use.

Flown by naval forces under John Paul Jones, this flag represented early American presence on the international stage.

Associated with the Battle of Cowpens, this flag reflects American success in the southern campaign.

Linked to the Battle of Guilford Courthouse, this flag represents continued resistance in the later stages of the war.

Flown during the War of 1812, this flag inspired the U.S. national anthem after the defense of Fort McHenry.

Used during the Battle of Lake Erie, this flag bore the phrase “Don’t Give Up the Ship,” symbolizing naval determination.

This design arranged stars into a larger star pattern, reflecting early experimentation with U.S. flag layouts.

This version reflects the addition of individual states to the Union, marking the expansion of the United States over time.

Adopted in 1960 after Hawaii became the 50th state, this is the current official flag of the United States.