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Flags of the Confederacy
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First National Flag
Also known as the "Stars and Bars" it was the official flag of the Confederate States of America. Used as the symbol of the United Daughters of the Confederacy (UDC), this symbol was at the source of the controversy between U.S. Senators Carol Mosely Braun and Jesse Helms. 
Second National Flag
When the First National Flag was considered too similar to the U.S. flag (potentially a big problem in battle) this new design was adopted.
Third National Flag
When the Second National Flag was considered too similar to the universal flag of surrender,  this third new design was adopted.
Battle  Flag
Never an "official" flag of the Confederacy, this square flag was used by many of the military units of the South.
"Navy Jack" Flag
Often confused with the Battle Flag, this naval standard is frequently used by modern-day individuals and  organizations.
State Flags with Confederate Symbolism
Alabama
Bearing a Crimson Saint Andrew's cross on a white field, this flag is patterned after the Confederate Battle Flag, and was adopted in 1895.
 
Arkansas
Stars and bars aligned with a hint of the Confederate Battle Flag, this flag raised controversy when Mayor Rudolph Giuliani had it raised briefly over New York City Hall in 1999. 
Georgia
Old flag (left) adopted by the state legislature in 1956, many believe adding the Battle Flag into the right side was intended as a message against the Civil Rights Movement (the Supreme Court decided Brown v. Board of Education in 1954). Others say the change was in honor of the Civil War Centennial six years later.The new flag (right) became official in Jan. 2001.
Mississippi
Still controversial as a symbol of the state and its main university, the Battle Flag and Navy Jack are frequently used by fans at "Ole Miss" sporting events. Mississippi was the home of Jefferson Davis, the only president of the Confederacy.
Tennessee
Designed by Civil War veteran LeRoy Reeves of the 3rd Tennessee Regiment, the Official State Flag was adopted in 1905.
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The genesis of the flags of the Confederacy has been shrouded in confusion and “traditional” inaccuracies for generations. This booklet will introduce the reader to the national, military, and naval flags of the Confederacy; the state flags of the Confederacy; and the Confederacy's "Great Seal." Just $4.36
Damned Red Flags of the Rebellion
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The Confederate battle flag was arguably the most powerful symbol produced during the Civil War. In this unique study, Richard Rollins outlines the meaning Confederate battle flags had for both sides, details their deep roots in the American experience, and analyzes their use in combat. A special section includes 41 full-color photographs of flags captured during the Gettysburg campaign. Just $4.36
 
Flags of the American Civil War 1: Confederate
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A good reference from Osprey's Man at Arms series (#252). Just $11.40
 
The Returned Battle Flags
Richard Rollins, Ed.
Based on a rare volume of lithographs of captured Confederate battle flags returned by the government in 1905. Originally published by an obscure Southern railroad and presented to veterans. Just $22.00
State Flags of Our Nation
By Thomas Publications
The genesis of the flags of the Confederacy has been shrouded in confusion and “traditional” inaccuracies for generations. This booklet will introduce the reader to the national, military, and naval flags of the Confederacy; the state flags of the Confederacy; and the Confederacy's "Great Seal." Just $5.24
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