Description

XIX Corps Headquarters Flag (Army of the Gulf, 1864 Design) – American Civil War Nylon Series Reproduction Flag

Historical Background

The XIX Corps Headquarters Flag (Army of the Gulf, 1864 Design) – American Civil War Nylon Series Reproduction Flag represents one of the most mobile and determined Union commands of the Civil War. Formed in December 1862 under Major General Nathaniel P. Banks, the XIX Corps served in both the Gulf and Shenandoah Valley campaigns. Its soldiers fought bravely at the Siege of Port Hudson, the Red River Campaign, and later under General Philip Sheridan in Virginia. By 1864, the corps adopted a standardized blue swallow-tailed headquarters flag bearing a white cross pattée with a red “19” centered on the field. This flag became a proud symbol of the unit’s endurance as it carried the Union cause across two major theaters of war.

Design Features

This 3′×5′ swallow-tailed flag presents a deep blue field with a bold white cross pattée and a bright red number “19.” The cross stood for steadfast faith, while the vivid numeral clearly marked the corps among other commands. Following the 1863 Army regulations, the swallow-tail pattern ensured visibility in the field and allowed the banner to move gracefully in the wind. Its strong contrast of red and white on blue made it a distinctive sight over headquarters tents. The same vivid pattern stood out clearly along the corps’ campaign routes.

Expertly Crafted in the United States

Every flag in the American Civil War Nylon Series is proudly made in the USA from premium all-weather nylon that offers brilliant color and reliable durability. A canvas heading with solid brass grommets reinforces the hoist edge for lasting strength indoors or outdoors. Each flag is FMAA-certified, confirming authentic American craftsmanship through the Flag Manufacturers Association of America (FMAA). Consequently, this reproduction reflects the same pride and precision that once characterized the XIX Corps in 1864.

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Learn More About the XIX Corps

To explore the history of the XIX Corps, visit the XIX Corps (Union Army) page. For additional insight into its campaigns and commanders, see My Civil War – XIX Corps. These sources trace the corps from the humid Gulf Coast to the rolling hills of Virginia. They reveal its steadfast service to the Union cause.