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Flags of the Civil War
The flags of the Civil War were no mere unit designations - they represented the very hearts of their regiments and extreme sacrifices were often made to save them in battle. This title provides and unrivalled wealth of information on the Confederate, Union, State and Volunteer flags that provided a rallying point for some of the bloodiest and most heroic fighting of the war. 144 pages, 115 B&W photos and illustrations, 90 color illustrations, 7¼"x 9¾", soft cover.
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The Confederate Battle Flag
America's Most Embattled Emblem.

This book is the first comprehensive history of the Confederate Battle Flag - a controversial icon. Here, you'll learn of its origins on the battlefields of the Civil War, its emergence as a representation of the Confederacy, its transformation into a mainstream icon, and the many battles waged over its interpretation. 401 pages, 50 photographs and illustrations, 5½"x 8¾", hardcover.
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The Flags of the Confederacy
An Illustrated History. Devereaux D. Cannon, Jr. A companion to "The Flags of the Union". "A comprehensive discussion of the flags that represent the southern nation between 1861 and 1865, various Confederate State Flags, as well as the blood stained banners that led the armies of the men in gray….This volume will appeal to the serious student as well as the general reader." - The Civil War Book Exchange. 98 pgs., 70 B&W and 65 color illustrations, 8½"x 11", sfbd.
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Colours of the Gray
This heavily illustrated book offers unique insight into the Museum of the Confederacy's extensive collection of Confederate Civil War flags. Includes identifications, descriptions, brief histories, dimensions, and an eight-page color insert of the various flags. 56 pages, 11"x 8½", softcover.
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The Flags of Civil War North Carolina
From the rousing battle flags to the majestic state banners, this definitive work showcases the determined artistry of a devoted people. Presented chronologically, the flag histories feature some 150 color illustrations, along with fascinating notations about each flag's evolution and the exploits of the men who fought under it. Photographs are included to illustrate particular patterns of wear, damage, or detailed artwork. 206 pgs., 8½"x 11", sfbd.
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The Flags of Civil War South Carolina
In his diligent research for this definitive work, the author located, measured, and determined the historical significance of more than 100 South Carolina flags flown during the War Between the States. The result is an exhaustive exploration of every known South Carolina Civil War flag in existence today, representing cavalry, infantry, artillery, and naval detachments as well as garrisons, secession, and state sovereignty. 155 pages, 150 color illustrations, 8½"x 11", softcover.
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Advance the Colors
Pennsylvania Civil War Battle Flags, Vol. 1. Sauers. In spite of the importance of Civil War flags, most state collections have been inaccessible to researchers. This volume is the first book-length study of a Northern state's Civil War battle flags and regiments, illustrating and documenting the flags carried by more than 300,000 Pennsylvanians in the Civil War, up through the 87th Infantry. 304 pgs., color and B&W photos, 9"x 11", hdbd.
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Advance the Colors
Pennsylvania Civil War Battle Flags, Vol. 2. Sauers. This book picks up where Vol. 1 leaves off, covering the 88th through the 215th Infantry. This concluding volume finishes the regimental narratives, covers the conservation program and provides an overview of the historical conclusions reached during the Capitol Preservation Committee's "Save the Flags" program. 304 pgs., color and B&W photos, 9"x 11", hdbd.
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Flags of the Am. Civil War - Union
Men-at-Arms Series
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Flags of the Am. Civil War
Men-At-Arms Series
State & Volunteer
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Never Desert the Old Flag!
50 Stories of Union Battle Flags and Color-Bearers at Gettysburg. Dreese. Men vied for the honor of carrying battle flags when death or serious injury was almost always the result. Here, you'll get a fresh perspective of Gettysburg by reading of the bravery, the sacrifice, the dedication and even the humor of the men who carried and protected the flags. 128 pgs., 5½"x 8½", sfbd.
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The Damned Red Flags of the Rebellion
The Confederate Battle Flag at Gettysburg. Rollins. This unique study analyzes the most powerful symbol of the Civil War from the perspective of both sides, and includes 41 full-color photos of flags captured at Gettysburg. 302 pgs., 17 pages of B&W photos, 8 maps, 6"x 9", sfbd.
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The Flags of Civil War Alabama
Every flag has a unique story. This book of Alabama flags presents those that survived the war through color illustrations, photographs showing patterns of wear and damage, and a brief history of their units. Includes cavalry, infantry, artillery and naval flags, and flags that did not belong to any particular unit. Finally, you will also see illustrations of flags that did not survive the war. 153 pages, 105 color illustrations, 8½"x 11", softcover.
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The Flags of the Union
An Illustrated History. A companion to "The Flags of the Confederacy", this book is a helpful guide to the history and development of flags in the United States leading up to, and during, the Civil War. Features banners from the different armed forces and their divisions - from fleets to cavalry units to infantry corps - and even includes camp markers, medical service colors, guide and signal flags, and many other auxiliary flags. 96 pgs., 80 B&W and 55 color illustrations, 8½"x 11", sfbd.
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