Maryland State Flag - Official Design, History, and Symbolism #1908717 (License: Personal Use)

The Maryland flag is divided into four quadrants: alternating black-and-gold diagonal stripes (Calvert family arms) and red-and-white crosses (Crossland family arms). Adopted in 1904, it uniquely reflects Maryland’s colonial heritage and remains the only U.S. state flag based directly on a heraldic design. Its bold colors and symmetrical layout make it highly recognizable and historically significant.

Used on government websites, educational resources, tourism pages, and civic materials to represent Maryland identity; matches user intent for learning about state symbols, history, or preparing for civics exams or travel planning.