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Republic of the Rio Grande

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

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

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

The first national flag of the Confederacy, used during the early years of the American Civil War.

Adopted in 1839, this flag became the official symbol of the Republic of Texas and later the state of Texas after joining the United States in 1845.

Used during Mexico’s independence from Spain in 1821, this flag represented religion, independence, and unity.

Used during French claims in Texas in the late 1600s, this flag symbolized the presence of French exploration and short-lived settlements.

Adopted in 1785, this flag became Spain’s national banner and flew over Texas during the late Spanish colonial period.

Used from the 1500s through the late 1700s, this flag represented Spanish military authority across New Spain, including Texas

Carried by Georgia volunteers in 1836, this flag represented organized support from U.S. states for the Texas Revolution.