Description

XXIII Corps Headquarters Flag of 1864 – American Civil War Nylon Series Reproduction Flag

Banner of the Army of the Ohio

The XXIII Corps Headquarters Flag of 1864 represented one of the Union’s most reliable and experienced commands. Created in 1863 as part of the Army of the Ohio, it served under Major Generals John M. Schofield and Jacob D. Cox during the war’s final campaigns. The 4′×4′ blue swallowtail flag displayed a red-white-blue tri-color shield that embodied strength, unity, and national resolve. It stood as a visual declaration of the Union’s purpose as its soldiers advanced across Tennessee, Georgia, and the Carolinas.

Design and Symbolism

At the center of the flag appeared a gold-edged shield divided into red, white, and blue sections. These colors represented the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Divisions of the corps. The swallowtail shape distinguished it from regimental colors and signified headquarters authority. When raised over encampments or headquarters, the 4′×4′ banner marked leadership, organization, and unity of command. Its tri-color shield reminded every observer that courage and loyalty remained inseparable from the Union cause.

Historical Background

The XXIII Corps formed on April 27, 1863 and quickly earned respect for its discipline and determination. It fought throughout the Knoxville, Atlanta, and Nashville Campaigns. Under General Schofield, the corps helped secure Tennessee and pressed southward through Georgia. Later, during Sherman’s Carolinas Campaign, it assisted in capturing key towns and compelling Confederate surrender. At war’s end, the corps participated in the Grand Review of the Armies in Washington, D.C., where its shield-marked flag represented victory, endurance, and the restored Union.

Expertly Crafted in the United States

Each flag in the American Civil War Nylon Series is proudly made in the USA using premium all-weather nylon for rich color and lasting strength. A canvas heading with solid brass grommets provides durability for indoor or outdoor display. Every piece is FMAA-certified, confirming authentic American workmanship through the Flag Manufacturers Association of America (FMAA). This 4′×4′ reproduction preserves the integrity and craftsmanship that once defined the standards of the Union Army.

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Learn More About the XXIII Corps

To explore the history of the XXIII Corps within the Army of the Ohio, visit Wikipedia and My Civil War. Both sources offer detailed accounts of the corps’ leadership, campaigns, and decisive role in the Union’s final triumph.