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42nd Virginia Infantry Regiment Flag – American Civil War Nylon Series Reproduction Flag

A Banner Honoring Virginia’s Battlefield Legacy

The 42nd Virginia Infantry Regiment Flag – American Civil War Nylon Series Reproduction Flag stands as a tribute to one of the most steadfast regiments in the Army of Northern Virginia. Organized in July 1861, the 42nd Virginia fought under generals such as Stonewall Jackson and Jubal Early. It participated in numerous campaigns from the Shenandoah Valley to Gettysburg. Moreover, this regiment’s banner reflects courage, discipline, and an unyielding devotion to duty. Carried through battles at McDowell, Sharpsburg, Chancellorsville, and Cold Harbor, this flag tells the story of soldiers who served their state with pride and perseverance.

Authentic Design and Symbolism

This 42nd Virginia Infantry Regiment Flag faithfully recreates the regimental standard used within the Army of Northern Virginia. Its crimson field is crossed by a deep-blue St. Andrew’s Cross bordered in white and adorned with thirteen white stars. Each star represents one of the Confederate states, while the centered “42 VA” identifies the regiment. Along the arms of the cross appear the battle honors of engagements such as Kernstown, Cross Keys, Fredericksburg, and Gettysburg. Together, these inscriptions transform the flag into a record of service and sacrifice. The overall design unites color, form, and memory—capturing the fighting spirit of Virginia’s soldiers.

Proudly Made in the USA

Each flag is FMAA-certified, ensuring genuine American workmanship — Flag Manufacturers Association of America (FMAA). Skilled makers craft every flag from SolarGuard® nylon, chosen for its vivid colors and resistance to fading. A heavy canvas heading with brass grommets secures reliable mounting both indoors and outdoors. In addition, each flag reflects America’s enduring commitment to craftsmanship and historical preservation.

Commemorate America’s Civil War Heritage

Collectors, educators, and historians cherish this banner for its authenticity and symbolic weight. It represents the men who fought through some of the fiercest campaigns in the Eastern Theater—enduring long marches, harsh winters, and devastating losses. Furthermore, the flag serves as a teaching tool for understanding the tactics, hardships, and valor that shaped the Civil War. Whether exhibited in a museum, classroom, or private collection, this reproduction allows today’s generations to appreciate the enduring legacy of the 42nd Virginia Infantry Regiment.

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Learn More About the 42nd Virginia Infantry Regiment

To explore the regiment’s service record and battlefield history, visit the 42nd Virginia Infantry Regiment page. It offers insight into the unit’s formation, campaigns, and leadership within the Army of Northern Virginia.