Stars & Bars Flag

Buy authentic Stars & Bars Flags. Our historical flags are unsurpassed in quality and authenticity. This Stars & Bars flag, also known as the First Confederate, is fully printed and has 2 brass grommets on the left used for hanging.  NOTE: The 4”x6” size is mounted to a 10” staff with a spear top. Also available below is a Vinyl Decal (suitable for outdoor use). Used from March 1861 until May 1863. It retains the basic design and coloration of the Union flag, differing only in the number of stars and stripes or “bars.” A star represents each of the seven states to have seceded before the attack on Fort Sumter and Lincoln’s response. The flags similarity to the Stars and Stripes caused confusion on the battlefield. Some felt that it was too similar to the Union flag, though many wanted to keep ties to the banner that waved over their forefathers.