Description

CSS Florida (1862) – Confederate Naval Ensign, American Civil War Nylon Series Reproduction Flag

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A Distinguished Banner of the Confederate Navy

The CSS Florida (1862) – Confederate Naval Ensign, American Civil War Nylon Series Reproduction Flag honors one of the most renowned commerce raiders in the Confederate fleet. The original Florida was commissioned in August 1862 and commanded by Lieutenant John Newland Maffitt. Built secretly in Liverpool, this swift screw steamer became a powerful symbol of naval resistance during the American Civil War.

Throughout her daring Atlantic operations, the Florida captured and destroyed more than thirty Union merchant ships, striking fear into Northern shipping lanes. This banner represents that legacy of speed, precision, and defiance on the high seas.

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Authentic Design and Naval Symbolism

This reproduction displays the Confederate naval ensign pattern used from 1862 to 1864, faithfully recreated from documented ship flags. Its white field features a red-and-blue saltire in the upper canton, symbolizing the maritime adaptation of the Confederate battle cross.

The design provided visibility at sea while distinguishing naval vessels from army regiments. The bold geometry and contrast served a practical and symbolic purpose — marking the Confederacy’s assertion of sovereignty across the oceans. Each 3′ × 5′ flag mirrors the proportions of the original ensigns that flew from ships such as the Florida and Alabama.

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Proudly Made in the USA

Each flag is FMAA-certified, guaranteeing genuine American workmanship — Flag Manufacturers Association of America (FMAA). Skilled makers craft every reproduction from all-weather nylon, a material selected for its rich color, strength, and resistance to salt-air fading. A canvas heading with brass grommets ensures durability for indoor or outdoor display.

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Commemorate America’s Civil War Naval Heritage

Displaying the CSS Florida Naval Ensign allows collectors and historians to remember a critical chapter of Civil War maritime history. This flag embodies the determination of Confederate sailors who challenged Union blockades and carried their nation’s cause across distant oceans.

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Learn More About the CSS Florida

To explore the story behind this remarkable commerce raider, visit the CSS Florida history page. It provides detailed accounts of the ship’s construction, leadership, Atlantic operations, and ultimate capture in 1864.