Texans are an independent lot, largely given to our history of fighting for faith, family and freedom over the course of our history.
Our independence was officially declared March 2, 1836. Happy Birthday, Texas!
To celebrate, Austin Flag and Flagpole is highlighting a few of the historical flags we carry, including one not many people know much about.
THE LAREDO FLAG (REPUBLIC OF RIO GRANDE)
The flag of the Republic of the Rio Grande was used for 283 days from January 17 to November 6, 1840. This country was formed in Laredo by the leaders of three northern Mexican states who declared as its territory areas all the way to the Neches and Medina Rivers.The three stars represent the three states that seceded: Coahuila, Nuevo Len, and Tamaulipas.
GONZALEZ FLAG (COME AND TAKE IT)
The Gonzales flag is a symbol of Texas pride that has prevailed through 188 years of Texas History. It was used in the Battle of Gonzales as a symbol of defiance against Mexican dictatorship. The flag message "Come and Take It", can be seen throughout history during important battles around the world.
BETSY ROSS FLAG
The Betsy Ross flag is a reconstructed early design for the United States, which conforms to the Flag Act of 1777 and has red stripes and stars arranged in a circle. Its name stems from the belief that shortly after the 1777 act, upholsterer and flag maker Betsy Ross produced a flag of this design.
GADSDEN (DON'T TREAD ON ME)
The rattlesnake was a symbol of the unity of the Thirteen Colonies at the start of the Revolutionary War, and it had a long history as a political symbol in America. The flag is named for its creator, BG Christopher Gadsden, who intended his flag as a warning to Britain not to violate the liberties of its American subjects. At Texas A&M, a certain Corps of Cadets outfit has proudly used its ominous warning as an outfit slogan!
Place your order today for any one of the flags highlighted here and shop online for hundreds of other American, Texas or Texas A&M flags and proudly wave your colors.
www.austinflag.com
Thanks, Ags and Gig 'em
Amy '95 + Dale Laine '78
Austin Flag and Flagpole
5214 Burleson Road Suite 101
Austin, TX 78744
512-292-0999
Austin Flag and Flagpole
Our independence was officially declared March 2, 1836. Happy Birthday, Texas!
To celebrate, Austin Flag and Flagpole is highlighting a few of the historical flags we carry, including one not many people know much about.
THE LAREDO FLAG (REPUBLIC OF RIO GRANDE)
The flag of the Republic of the Rio Grande was used for 283 days from January 17 to November 6, 1840. This country was formed in Laredo by the leaders of three northern Mexican states who declared as its territory areas all the way to the Neches and Medina Rivers.The three stars represent the three states that seceded: Coahuila, Nuevo Len, and Tamaulipas.
GONZALEZ FLAG (COME AND TAKE IT)
The Gonzales flag is a symbol of Texas pride that has prevailed through 188 years of Texas History. It was used in the Battle of Gonzales as a symbol of defiance against Mexican dictatorship. The flag message "Come and Take It", can be seen throughout history during important battles around the world.
BETSY ROSS FLAG
The Betsy Ross flag is a reconstructed early design for the United States, which conforms to the Flag Act of 1777 and has red stripes and stars arranged in a circle. Its name stems from the belief that shortly after the 1777 act, upholsterer and flag maker Betsy Ross produced a flag of this design.
GADSDEN (DON'T TREAD ON ME)
The rattlesnake was a symbol of the unity of the Thirteen Colonies at the start of the Revolutionary War, and it had a long history as a political symbol in America. The flag is named for its creator, BG Christopher Gadsden, who intended his flag as a warning to Britain not to violate the liberties of its American subjects. At Texas A&M, a certain Corps of Cadets outfit has proudly used its ominous warning as an outfit slogan!
Place your order today for any one of the flags highlighted here and shop online for hundreds of other American, Texas or Texas A&M flags and proudly wave your colors.
www.austinflag.com
Thanks, Ags and Gig 'em
Amy '95 + Dale Laine '78
Austin Flag and Flagpole
5214 Burleson Road Suite 101
Austin, TX 78744
512-292-0999
Austin Flag and Flagpole