Alabama State Flag - Official Design and Symbolism #1398200 (License: Personal Use)

The Alabama state flag consists of a crimson red St. Andrew’s cross (diagonal X) on a pure white field, officially adopted in 1895. Its design is inspired by the Confederate battle flag but was intended to reflect the state’s military tradition and regional pride. The flag measures 3:2 in proportion and remains unchanged since its adoption, making it one of the oldest U.S. state flags still in use.

This image is commonly used on government websites, educational resources, historical articles, and civic pages discussing U.S. state symbols. It serves users seeking official state information, school projects, or cultural context about Alabama’s identity and history.