Texas Flag: 3x5 ft Double Sided 3 Ply Texas State Flag

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The symbolism of the colors of the Texas flag is identical to the American flag. White represents purity and liberty, blue represents loyalty, and red represents courage.

Everything is bigger in Texas, and that includes their state pride. The Texas flag is one of the most recognizable flags in the world, with its bold colors and unique design. But how did this iconic flag come to be? Brief history of Texas as a stateThe French flag might be included in the six flags flown over Texas, but the degree to which the French had authority over Texas is debatable. Now that we have explored the origins of the flag and its early influences, let’s take a deeper dive into some of its specific symbolism in the next section. Additionally, the Lone Star on the Texas flag represents state sovereignty and independence. It is similar to how other countries have their defining symbols that embody their national identity. By using the Lone Star to represent this sense of exceptionalism in Texas contextually and uniquely embodies what “The Lone Star State” signifies.

One particularly interesting aspect related to Texas’ current flag came about in 1957 when Canada chose to use a version of their design for their national flag. At this point, there was growing concern in Texas that the “Lone Star” had become cliche. Yet Texans were vocal in their opposition towards any change or perceived infringement upon their beloved state flag. Furthermore, the white stripe on the Texas flag represents purity. Purity implies being free from impurities or flaws; it means taking actions that are just and right according to ethical standards. This element of the flag stands for integrity and moral correctness, two attributes that are essential for leaders to embody. Visiting Texas, you’ll be aware of its proud independence streak, which probably stems from its unique history. On top of being proudly Texan and American, the people of Texas love to fly the Lone Star flag hoisted above any property, from skyscrapers to private houses.Generally speaking, the whole flag is a totem of independence. This is highlighted by the lone star on the flag, representing Texas becoming an independent state after being under Spanish, Mexican, and French rule for so long. Are the Texas Flag and Chile Flag the Same?

The flag must be flown the right side up – with the white stripe on top, except for cases of distress. E. Joe Deering (21 September 2009). Lovin' That Lone Star Flag. Texas A&M University Press. pp.1–7. ISBN 978-1-60344-148-3. The star on the Texas flag is the most recognizable element. It represents the state’s unity as one for God, state, and country. The star has five points, each of which represents a trait of a good citizen: loyalty, bravery, purity, honesty, and patriotism. The star also symbolizes Texas’ history as an independent republic, as it was featured on the flag of the Republic of Texas. Stripes and what they represent

Which Flag Came First?

Allman, T.D. (2013). Finding Florida: The True History of the Sunshine State. New York: Atlantic Monthly Press. p.63. ISBN 978-0-8021-2076-2. Ideally, any state flag should be flown at a lower height than the United States flag and not outshine it in any way. Interesting Facts About the Texas Flag Throughout its history, Texas has had three official national or state flags: the 1836 national standard, the 1836 national flag for naval service, and the current Lone Star Flag which was introduced in 1839. Within Mexico, tensions continued between federalists and centralists. In early 1835, wary Texians formed Committees of Correspondence and Safety. [85] The unrest erupted into armed conflict in late 1835 at the Battle of Gonzales. [86] This launched the Texas Revolution, and over the next two months the Texians defeated all Mexican troops in the region. [87] Texians elected delegates to the Consultation, which created a provisional government. [88] The provisional government soon collapsed from infighting, and Texas was without clear governance for the first two months of 1836. [89] Surrender of Santa Anna. Painting by William Henry Huddle, 1886. Texas is the second-largest U.S. state by area, after Alaska, and the largest state within the contiguous United States, with an area of 268,820 square miles (696,200km 2). Though 10% larger than France, almost twice as large as Germany or Japan, and more than twice the size of the United Kingdom, it ranks only 27th worldwide amongst country subdivisions by size. If it were an independent country, Texas would be the 39th-largest. [159]