35 Star American Flag

Identifier:
000811
Collection Number:
A&M 1561
Title:
35 Star American Flag
Date:
undated
Description:
Old American Flag hanging on a wall beside a picture of Abraham Lincoln.The Flag was hand sewn in Shepherdstown within days of West Virginia's creation on June 20, 1863. It is one of only a few 35-star flags in existence. The 35-star flag was in use for only three years, and during most of its lifespan was not recognized by the southern states represented among its stars.
Subjects:
Civil War., West Virginia--History--Civil War, 1861-1865., Flags--United States.
Acquisition Source:
Cook, Roy Bird
Acquisition Method:
Acquired
Medium:
print
Projects:
West Virginia History OnView