California Republic Flag - Official State Flag of California #42864 (License: Personal Use)

The California Republic flag, also known as the Bear Flag, features a walking California grizzly bear above a patch of green grass, a red five-pointed star in the upper left corner, and the words “CALIFORNIA REPUBLIC” in white on a red horizontal stripe at the bottom. Designed during the 1846 Bear Flag Revolt, it became the official state flag in 1911 and symbolizes independence, strength, and regional identity. The bear represents California’s wildlife heritage, while the star echoes the Lone Star of Texas and the broader tradition of revolutionary symbolism.

This image is commonly used on government websites, educational resources, travel guides, and civic pages to represent California’s identity. It serves users seeking historical context, official state symbols, or visual assets for presentations, publications, or patriotic content.