Milledge L. Bonham, Jr. "The Flags of Louisiana."
WEBThese eight flags were the emblems of limits claiming independent sovereignty. Our ninth is that of a sub-division of a nation — the well-known “Pelican flag” of the State of Louisiana.
Flag of Louisiana - Wikipedia
WEBThe flag of Louisiana consists of a rectangular field of blue with the arms of Louisiana, a pelican vulning herself, in white in the center, with a ribbon beneath, also in white, containing in blue the state motto: "Union Justice Confidence".
State Symbols - The official website of Louisiana
WEBState Flag The Louisiana flag contains a crest centered on a blue field. The crest consists of a nest bearing three chicks, a mother pelican vulning herself with her head turned to the viewer's right and displaying three drops of blood on her breast. Beneath the nest a white banner bears the state motto "Union Justice Confidence."
List of Louisiana state symbols - Wikipedia
WEBThis is a list of official symbols of the U.S. state of Louisiana. Official symbols of Louisiana are codified in the laws of Louisiana.
State Flag and Seal - Louisiana Secretary of State
WEBThe Louisiana flag contains two elements: a crest centered on a blue field. The crest consists of a nest bearing three chicks, a mother pelican vulning herself with her head turned to the viewer’s right and displaying three drops of blood on her breast.
History and Symbols of the Louisiana State Flag - Cajun Grocer
WEBLouisiana has flown more flags than any other state. With influence from both France and Spain, there’s speculation that more than 10 flags were flown as the official state flag, but the nine that came before the modern “Pelican State” flag are: Spanish Flag of Leone & Castile - Spain was the first to fly a flag in the 1500s.
Flag of Louisiana | Meaning, Pelican & History | Britannica
WEBState flag of Louisiana, 1912–2010. During the Civil War (1861–65) Louisiana adopted a flag somewhat resembling the Stars and Stripes but with stripes of red, white, and blue and a red canton with a single yellow star.
Louisiana Flag Symbolism: History And Meanings - Symbol Genie
WEBJul 28, 2023 · As with most states in the US, Louisiana has its own unique state flag, which serves as a symbol of its identity and heritage. In this article, we’ll explore the history and significance of the Louisiana state flag and how it has evolved over time.
Flag of Louisiana - State Symbols USA
WEBFlag of Louisiana. The state flag of Louisiana displays a white pelican nurturing its young by tearing at its own breast (signified by three drops of blood), with a white banner below containing the state motto in blue letters (Union, Justice, and Confidence); all on a …
Louisiana State Flag - WorldAtlas
WEBMar 5, 2018 · Louisiana flew a flag modified from the French flag with seven stars on the blue stripe. This was later changed in February 1861 to a modified version of the national flag. It consisted of 13 red, blue, and white horizontal stripes with a 5 …