Description

Company A, 2nd Massachusetts Cavalry Regiment – American Civil War Nylon Series Reproduction Flag

A Banner Honoring Company A of the 2nd Massachusetts Cavalry

This 3′×4′ reproduction flag represents Company A of the 2nd Massachusetts Cavalry Regiment, a proud Union unit organized in 1863. The regiment served in both the Eastern and Western Theaters, earning distinction for its skill and discipline under Colonel Charles R. Lowell Jr. Company A’s guidon-style flag—marked by its pointed swallowtail design—was carried through numerous engagements, including operations in Virginia and Maryland. This reproduction celebrates the courage and precision of cavalrymen who fought on horseback to preserve the Union.

Authentic Design and Symbolism

The flag features a striking red-over-white field divided horizontally, with bold yellow letters reading “U.S.” across the upper red section. Centered below is a circular emblem depicting a California grizzly bear walking across a green field under a blue sky. This design recalls the origins of many volunteers in the regiment, which included men from both Massachusetts and California. The bear symbolizes strength, vigilance, and frontier endurance, while the clean geometric shape reflects the guidon standards issued to cavalry companies during the war. Together, these elements unite regional identity with national purpose.

Expertly Crafted in the United States

Each flag in the American Civil War Nylon Series is proudly made in the USA using premium all-weather nylon for lasting durability and brilliant color. A canvas heading with solid brass grommets reinforces strength for both indoor and outdoor display. Every flag in the series is FMAA-certified, guaranteeing authentic American craftsmanship through the Flag Manufacturers Association of America (FMAA). Consequently, this flag upholds the same quality and integrity that defined the regiments who once carried the originals.

Commemorate America’s Civil War Heritage

Displaying this guidon honors the legacy of mounted troops who carried vital orders and rallied their companies across battlefields. It also highlights the cross-continental unity symbolized by the bear—representing California’s contribution to a Massachusetts regiment. Whether presented in a museum, classroom, or private collection, this flag reminds viewers that the fight for the Union extended far beyond state borders.

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Learn More About the 2nd Massachusetts Cavalry Regiment

To discover the regiment’s service history and campaigns, visit the 2nd Massachusetts Cavalry Regiment page on Wikipedia. It offers insight into their operations from 1863 through 1865 and the remarkable leadership of Colonel Lowell, whose valor defined the regiment’s record in the Union Army.