Mississippi State Flag - History, Design, and Symbolism #1820482 (License: Personal Use)

This image shows Mississippi’s former state flag, adopted in 1894 and retired in 2020 after public debate over its inclusion of the Confederate battle emblem. The flag features a blue canton with a red saltire bearing 13 white stars, set against three horizontal stripes of blue, white, and red. Its removal followed statewide referendums and legislative action to adopt a new design without Confederate symbolism.

Used in historical articles, educational resources, government archives, and discussions about U.S. state symbols and racial justice. Matches user intent seeking factual background on Mississippi’s flag evolution or visual reference for historical comparison.