Description

Princess Anne Cavalry (Virginia) Company Flag – American Civil War Nylon Series Reproduction Flag

A Banner Honoring Virginia’s Mounted Defenders

The Princess Anne Cavalry (Virginia) Company Flag – American Civil War Nylon Series honors Company A, 5th Virginia Cavalry, a unit recruited in July 1861 from Princess Anne County, Virginia. Formed to defend their state during what many called “Virginia’s second war for independence,” the cavalrymen rode with courage throughout the conflict. This 3′×5′ reproduction preserves their company standard, celebrating a proud symbol of honor, duty, and Southern valor.

Authentic Design and Symbolism

The flag’s golden field displays a central circular emblem featuring Lady Liberty seated, holding a spear topped with a liberty cap. Above her, the motto “LIBERTY OR DEATH” arches in bold letters. Beneath the emblem, a crimson ribbon bears the words “THE PRINCESS ANNE CAVALRY.” This design, attributed to Baltimore flag artist Thomas R. Jeffreys, mirrors the original company flag now documented in the American Civil War Museum collection. As a result, this reproduction captures the same artistry and spirit carried by Virginia horsemen across 19th-century battlefields.

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 that resists fading and retains bright color. In addition, a canvas heading with brass grommets allows secure mounting for indoor or outdoor display.

Commemorate Virginia’s Cavalry Legacy

Displaying the Princess Anne Cavalry (Virginia) Company Flag – American Civil War Nylon Series honors the bravery of the men who formed Company A, 5th Virginia Cavalry. Furthermore, it connects modern admirers to the heritage preserved today by the Princess Anne Camp 484 (SCV) and the Major Edgar A. Burroughs & Princess Anne Cavalry MOS&B Chapter 281, both of which continue to ride in memory of the original company. Whether used in a reenactment, classroom, or private collection, this flag keeps alive a story of faith, freedom, and service.

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Learn More About the Princess Anne Cavalry

To explore the history of Company A, 5th Virginia Cavalry, visit the 5th Virginia Cavalry Regiment – Wikipedia. This page details the regiment’s organization, campaigns, and leadership during the Civil War.

In addition, the Princess Anne Cavalry Facebook Group preserves the memory of the original company. The group, supported by the Princess Anne Camp 484 (SCV) and the Major Edgar A. Burroughs & Princess Anne Cavalry MOS&B Chapter 281, continues to honor the legacy of these Virginia horsemen.