New listing vintage 48 star flag 2piece copper printing block wwii era. What states did the 2 extra stars on the american flag. Hefts interest in politics led him to design a flag accommodating the addition of two new states to the union. Reid in which the flag was changed to have 20 stars, with a new star to be added when each new state was. Theres the american flag backdrop, the wornin jeans, the white. Made by stenciling paint onto starched gauze fabric and then it. May 16, 2020 flag history 48 star flag adopted in 1912. Check out our 48 star flag selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our memorabilia shops.
Youd think the people getting rid of them would notice and hold on to them. In use for 47 years from july 4, 1912, to july 3, 1959. The 48star flag is significantly more common than other variations. These 48star historic us flags are madetoorder and constructed of highquality dense nylon with appliqued stars and sewn stripes. President william howard taft issued an executive order that year that formal ized the appearance of the flag for the first time.
Used to celebrate patriotic events election day, 4th july, memorial day etc historical americana company, uses modern museum framing technology to frame our antique flags. Large flags with clampdyed stars appear in this star count, with a somewhat common trait of being updated with the addition of two sewn stars to 34. At the time, alaska and hawaii were being considered for statehood. The stars are arranged in the official 6 rows of 8, but are upside down in orientation on their vertical axis, with two points up instead of one. This entry was posted in american flags and tagged 48 star american flag, american flag, american flags, american flags for sale, appliqued stars, buy american flags, washington wool on april 4, 2012 by admin. To position the flag at halfstaff, place the flag onehalf the distance between the top and bottom of the staff. See more ideas about stars, god bless america and i love america. It mandated stripes and one star for each state, to be added on july 4th following that states addition to the union. Other versions of the flag include one with 49 stars and the 43. There were thirteen stripes representing the thirteen original colonies. Timeline of the flag of the united states wikipedia. This flag was official for 47 years, longer than any other flag before it, through two world wars and the emergence of the united states of america as the leading nation of the world.
After new mexico jan and arizona feb became states, the 48 star version was adopted july 4, 1912. It is the second oldest flag in years of service after the 50 star flag adopted on july 4th, 1960 to recognize the admission of alaska and hawaii. The 50star american flag was designed by a high school. The 48 star flag was in service during both world war i and world war ii. Old glory 48 stars wwii flag from flags unlimited us flags.
Rare flags antique american flags, historic american flags. The story of our nations 50 star flag begins back in 1958, when 17 year old robert g. The high schools yearbook included blast from the past photos. I was unable to find out any more about it on line. Unique miniature vintage 48 star american flag with pledge of allegiance stand. However, 48 star flags were in use for at least ten years prior to that time, probably in recognition of our new territories of cuba, philippines, and puerto rico. I feel many people would have had the 48 star since america had just won wwii relatively.
As you can see, the publically know 47star flags can be counted on the fingers of one hand. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Unless you find a us navy made flag, their value is fairly low. The 45 star flag is probably the next most common and then the 46, each with a slightly higher respective value. He first sent his flag to ohios governor, and then gave it to congressman walter henry moeller. The story of our nations 50star flag begins back in 1958, when 17yearold robert g. Get the best deals on 48 star flag when you shop the largest online selection at. The 48 star flag was adopted july 4, 1912 after the admission of new mexico the 47th state and arizona the 48th state to the union. In the half dozen years ive been receiving flags for disposal, ive gotten two 48 star flags. The next act, signed by president james monroe, was passed on april 4, 1818. The following is a timeline of the flag of the united states 1776 january 1 the continental colours designed in 1775 is displayed at the camp of the commanding general george washington of virginia over the continental army forces in the american revolutionary war at prospect hill, north of cambridge and boston, massachusetts during the siege of boston. The 42 star flag was instantly obsolete on july 4th 1890 when five states were added to the union on this same date.
The us flag with 48 stars came into being in 1912, when new mexico and arizona became states. In the star trek tng episode the royale, the away team find the remains of an astronaut, his uniform had an american flag with 52 stars. This flag was official for 47 years, longer than any. Part 1 this year we have new embellishments to enhance new embellishments. Each year on this date, america celebrates the birthday of the stars and stripes, which.
In 1912, two stars were added, representing arizona and new mexico, bringing the total number of stars to 48, arranged in 6 rows of 8 stars each. This flag was official for 47 years, longer than any other flag, through two world wars and the emergence of the united states of. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Fort mchenry monument and historic shine apparently also has such a flag. The height of flag in stand is a little over 11 and the stand is 4 wide. Just a really neat piece i would like to frame it but that would command a large space to hang it.
Us flag store husa481218hf usa 48 star 12 x 18 stick flag. The palace of the governors in santa fe has a 47star flag. American national flags with 28 stars, made at the time when texas gained statehood, are among the most rare and desirable of the 19th century. This flag was the official flag when pearl harbor was bombed, and as the u. The 50star american flag began as a high school projectand. Taft, woodrow wilson, warren harding, calvin coolidge, herbert hoover, franklin d. Lifetouch yearbooks website embellishments guide part 2 pages. United states of america 48 star flag decal sticker. Patriotic american flag canadian flag canadian maple leaf eagle eagle, patriotic. Made from cotton material, this historic flag includes appliqued stars and sewn stripes, white heading and grommets. Each 48star flag features brass grommets and is suitable for indoor or outdoor display.
Lifetouch yearbooks website embellishments guide part 2. July 4 of that year, the fortyninestar flag became official, but it was short lived. Their stories are laid out like stars on a flag, stitched together one by one, until you discover the masterpiece that forms our history. This old glory flag is fully printed and 2 brass grommets on the left. Since this is your 50th then the flag only had 48 stars in may or june when the 1959 class graduated. The 40 star flag was one of this group of five states. This regulation went into effect on may 1st, 1795, and the star spangled banner became the new official flag of the united states. Mary has been writing professionally for more than 20 years and is a leading expert on fabric care and housekeeping. Made from fade resistant, outdoor nylon material, this historic flag includes appliqued. What is the value of an american flag with 46 stars answers.
Dec 23, 2010 indeed these two variants show up right from the beginning of the 48 star flag in 1912. The tularosa basin historical society museum has one such flag, with staggered rows of 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, and 7 stars. After 1916, pretty much everyone switched to the even rows with the stars one over the other like the second one you mention. The 48 star flag is significantly more common than other variations. So we know your flag was made sometime between 1912 and 1959. Heft asked moeller to store the flag until there was a need for a fiftystar flag. A north carolina high schools latest yearbook cover had a photo from 1968 that featured a confederate flag. Cashs final album before he died less than a year after its release. This flag is still a legal flag and may be flown at any time. Even though the fifty star flag is authorized, no law or provisions of the flag code prohibits the use or display of any previously authorized flag of.
New listing vintage waving 48 star flag 2piece copper printing block wwii. Very few 40 star flags were made and fewer have survived to this day. On the sleeve is a version of the united states flag with 52 stars. Before america had 50 states, bob heft designed a 50star flag for school. The photo shows her and members of the kappa alpha order fraternity standing on a staircase that has a confederate flag hanging on it, the howler yearbook shows. The two additional stars and stripes were added to the original design in order to represent the admission of vermont 1791 and kentucky 1792. An unofficial 47star flag was made for commemorative purposes in new mexico.
Even though the fiftystar flag is authorized, no law or provisions of the flag code prohibits the use or display of any previously authorized flag of the united states. To my understanding, the 48 star american flag was used until the late 1950s. The flag has stitched stars and solid brass hoists. The above four images, all 46 star flags with the same number of stars in each row, illustrate how differently the arrangement of the stars can be. Here is an old 48 star american flag i picked up last week. Indeed these two variants show up right from the beginning of the 48 star flag in 1912. It is printed on oracal vinyl with mimaki solvent inks. With handbrushed artwork and warm and witty insights to each year, this book is a perfect gift for birthdays, special occasions or just celebrating an awesome woman in your life. Arizona new mexico it is important to note that no american flag ever becomes obsolete. Our historical flags are unsurpassed in quality and authenticity. So if you are organizing the 2008 yearbook it will be easy to show a 48 star flag, but if you are organizing the 2009 yearbook, it will be difficult to locate a 49 star flag. Rick wyatt, 5 april 1998 this flag flew from 4 july, 1912, to 3 july, 1949. Authentic antique 42 star flag from 1890 made of paper which is kind of a miracle it has survived this long, making it 123 years old. The modern american flag is officially complete, with five rows of alternating five and six stars staggered for visual appeal.
Motivated by a mediocre grade, he strove to get the design accepted by washington. In 1794, the flag act authorized a new 15 star and 15stripe flag. All of the above features add strong folk qualities to the flag s design. Chrisnp, 9 years ago i happen to be with the american legion, and among other things we accept unservicable flags for proper disposal. The star american flag is the only flag variation more common than the 48 star version. The 48 star flag became official in 1912 following the addition of new mexico and arizona. The flag with 48 stars was in use longer than any other flag. New mexico and oklahoma that was included as a state in 1908. I have no idea of where the flag came from or where it may have flown. Usa 48 star flag as adopted in 1912, two stars were added, representing arizona and new mexico, bringing the total number of states to 48. Just before the flag is lowered for the day, the flag should once again be momentarily hoisted to the peak. Last almost a year in an outdoor environment at a cemetary. Our 3x5ft polyester 48 stars flag has header tape along the top edge with 3 metal grommets.
Old glory, 48 stars for sale at mystic stamp company. Flag with 20 stars and stripes it remains at hereafter tennessee june 1, 1796, ohio march 1, 1803, louisiana april 30, 1812, indiana december 11, 1816, mississippi december 10, 1817 flag with 21 stars illinois december 3, 1818 flag with 23 stars alabama december 14, 1819, maine march 15, 1820 first flag on pikes peak. Benjamin harrison was president during this period of american history. Each 48 star flag features brass grommets and is suitable for indoor or outdoor display. Digging a bit further, the memory alpha page about the usa, states that in the year 2033, in regards to this. The star american flag is the only flag variation more common than the 48star version. Nc high school yearbook had confederate flag photo on. In january of 1959, alaska was admitted into the union. Journeys of a generation is a fulllength documentary about the world war ii generation. The 21 stars are now arranged with one row of four with one row of five on top and two rows of five below. Pre 48 star flags this is a typical 45 star flag of the 18961908 period.
Two new stars were added to the 25th flag of the united states. So in 1959, the flag had 49 stars on 74 and 50 stars in 1960. It went to 49 stars in 1959 with the addition of alaska, and 50 stars in 1960 hawaii. Five states were added to the union at one time on july 4th 1890. Buy products related to 48 star flag products and see what customers say about 48 star flag products on. Each decal is made at our facility in scottsboro, alabama and their quality is guaranteed. Jun 04, 2019 when the us had 48 states from 1912 to 1959 on april 4, 1818, a plan was passed by congress at the suggestion of u. Wake forest dean apologizes after 37yearold yearbook. Becoming the woman you are is a journey, and this book celebrates each and every year of that journey. It is true that the 48 star us flag is older having been adopted officially on july, 1912 to recognize the admission of arizona and new mexico as the 47th and 48th states to the union. The 48 star flag is the one pictured in the famous photo of u.
When the us had 48 states from 1912 to 1959 on april 4, 1818, a plan was passed by congress at the suggestion of u. This old glory flag is fully printed and has 2 brass grommets on the left used for hanging. There are stripes 7 red and 6 white that represent the original colonies. January, 1794 was the first, and it said that the flag should show 15 stripes and 15 stars, starting in may of the following year.