Confederate Battle Flag - Historical Symbol, Design, and Significance #1740347 (License: Personal Use)

This image shows the Confederate Battle Flag, officially known as the Battle Flag of the Army of Northern Virginia, adopted in 1861. Its design consists of a red background, a blue diagonal cross (saltire) edged in white, and 13 five-pointed white stars symbolizing the original Confederate states. Though historically tied to the American Civil War, the flag remains deeply controversial due to its association with slavery, segregation, and white supremacy.

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