Description

Maryland Volunteer Infantry Flag (1861) – American Civil War Nylon Series Reproduction Flag

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A Banner Honoring Maryland’s Early Confederate Volunteers

The Maryland Volunteer Infantry Flag (1861) – American Civil War Nylon Series Reproduction Flag honors the Maryland soldiers who joined the Confederacy at the start of the Civil War. In early 1861, Marylanders sympathetic to the South formed volunteer companies that soon became part of the 1st Maryland Infantry Regiment (CSA). These men carried state-inspired banners like this one, which proudly displayed Maryland’s seal long before official Confederate battle flags appeared.

This flag represents those early months when volunteers crossed into Virginia, swore allegiance to the Confederacy, and fought to defend their Southern convictions while honoring their Maryland heritage.

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Authentic Design and Symbolism

This reproduction features a white field centered by the Great Seal of Maryland (1854 version) enclosed in a gold ring. The seal shows a farmer and fisherman supporting the Calvert and Crossland shield, topped by a bald eagle—a symbol of courage and liberty. Above the seal appears the word “MARYLAND”, identifying the state these soldiers called home.

The Latin motto “Crescite et Multiplicamini,” meaning “Increase and Multiply,” reinforces ideals of growth, endurance, and prosperity. The simple white background distinguished it from the red of Confederate battle flags, making it a unique Maryland emblem of 1861. Moreover, the design emphasized identity over politics, representing the pride of border-state soldiers serving in Southern ranks.

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Proudly Made in the USA

Each flag is FMAA-certified, guaranteeing authentic American craftsmanship — Flag Manufacturers Association of America (FMAA). Made from all-weather nylon, it offers lightweight durability and resists fading from sun exposure. A canvas heading and brass grommets ensure long-lasting use for indoor or outdoor display.

The 3′×5′ size mirrors typical regimental proportions from the Civil War era, making it perfect for historical exhibits, reenactments, and collector presentations.

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Commemorate Maryland’s Civil War Heritage

Displaying the Maryland Volunteer Infantry Flag (1861) honors the independent spirit of Maryland’s early Confederate volunteers. Furthermore, it symbolizes the deep loyalty these men felt to both their home state and their chosen cause. This reproduction preserves a rare and meaningful design—one that bridges the history of state identity and Southern service.

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Learn More About Maryland’s Confederate Volunteers

For additional insight into the Maryland volunteers who joined the Confederate Army, visit the 1st Maryland Infantry Regiment (Confederate) – Wikipedia page. It offers detailed history on the organization, leadership, and campaigns that followed their early 1861 service.