California State Flag - Official Design, History & Symbolism #1631701 (License: Personal Use)

The California state flag features a brown grizzly bear walking leftward on a patch of green grass, set against a white field with a red stripe at the bottom and a red five-pointed star in the upper-left corner. The bear represents strength and independence, while the star echoes the Bear Flag Revolt of 1846 and California’s brief period as the “Bear Flag Republic.” The design was officially adopted in 1911 after standardization efforts to ensure consistency across state use.

This image is commonly used on government websites, educational resources, travel guides, and historical articles about California. It serves users seeking official state symbols, civic education, or visual identity for Californian-themed content.