Confederate States of America Flag - Historical Design and Symbolism #2242184 (License: Personal Use)

This image displays the first official national flag of the Confederate States of America, adopted in 1861 and used until 1863. It consists of a blue canton in the upper left corner bearing white stars representing the seceding states-initially seven, later up to thirteen-and three horizontal stripes: red, white, and red. The design was intended to evoke the U.S. flag while asserting Southern identity, though it caused battlefield confusion due to visual similarity.

Used in historical articles, educational resources, museum exhibits, and Civil War documentation; serves user intent for learning about U.S. Civil War symbols, flag evolution, or regional history.