Description

CSS Columbia (1864) – American Civil War Nylon Series Reproduction Flag

A Banner Honoring the Valor of the CSS Columbia

Commissioned in 1864, the CSS Columbia served as one of Charleston’s principal Confederate ironclads. Built to protect the harbor and the South Carolina coastline, this powerful vessel joined the Palmetto State and Charleston as part of the city’s naval defense. Commanded by Lieutenant J.H. Tucker, the Columbia embodied both determination and innovation in Confederate naval engineering. This 3’x5′ reproduction flag preserves the proud naval heritage of South Carolina’s defenders who guarded their home waters until the war’s final months.

Authentic Design and Symbolism

The flag’s white field represents purity, faith, and the honor of Confederate sailors. Along the hoist, three red stars appear vertically, symbolizing Charleston’s trio of ironclads — Charleston, Palmetto State, and Columbia. Centered on the field stands a green palmetto tree with a brown trunk, echoing South Carolina’s enduring state emblem. The design blends maritime purpose with state identity, linking Charleston’s naval defense to the same Palmetto symbolism carried by South Carolina soldiers on land.

Proudly Made in the USA

Each flag is FMAA-certified, ensuring genuine American workmanship — Flag Manufacturers Association of America (FMAA). Skilled American makers craft every reproduction from durable all-weather nylon, chosen for its rich color, strength, and resistance to fading. A canvas heading with brass grommets ensures long-lasting durability for both indoor and outdoor display.

Commemorate South Carolina’s Naval Legacy

This 3’x5′ nylon reproduction of the CSS Columbia flag honors South Carolina’s courage on the seas and in the harbor of Charleston. Moreover, it stands as a tribute to Confederate naval innovation and to those who served aboard the ironclads defending the Palmetto State. Display it proudly to preserve a vital piece of naval history and to celebrate the craftsmanship behind this symbolic design.

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Learn More About the CSS Columbia

To explore the history of the CSS Columbia, visit the CSS Columbia – Wikipedia. The article provides details on the ship’s construction, service in Charleston Harbor, and final fate following her grounding and capture in 1864.