Carrot-Top Industries is pleased to have more than 40 years of experience and knowledge in the flag business to support them. We are proud that our Louisiana Flag is made in the U.S.A and backed with a 6-month guarantee against defects and tearing.
The Louisiana State Flag graphically represents the state's responsibility to safeguard the citizens and lands of "the Pelican State." Since colonial times, pelicans have served as symbols of Louisiana. Three blood specks on the mother's breast convey the idea of self-sacrifice on the part of the state to care for its people. The blood also alludes to Christ's death as an atonement for humankind's sins. Below the family of pelicans, a ribbon bears the words "Union, Justice, and Confidence," which are the state motto of Louisiana. Purchase a Louisiana state flag today!
Background of the Louisiana Flag
The brown pelican made its first appearance in Louisiana in 1812 on the state seal, numerous militia company colors, and uniform buttons. The State Legislature approved the flag's design on July 1, 1912, the 100th anniversary of the state's birth. It shows a pelican vulning herself. The state's current flag has undergone two modifications (on May 25, 2006, and November 22, 2010).
The First Flag of Louisiana
A flag with a light-yellow star in a red canton and thirteen blue, white, and red stripes was adopted by the state on February 11, 1861. Up to the Civil War's conclusion, the original flag was in use.
Flag Design and Symbolism
A stylized fleur-de-lis, another symbol of similar significance frequently portrayed in Louisiana, is formed by the mother pelican's head and her outspread wings covering the three pelican chicks nestling beneath her. The state seal also features this image, which stands for Christian mercy and Catholicism. In Louisiana flags and the state seal during the 19th century, it was customary for the pelican to wear three drips of blood on her chest to symbolize her piety. An eighth grader at Vandebilt Catholic High School in Houma discovered that the custom (on both the state flag and seal) had been adhered to haphazardly in later years and informed his state lawmaker of this. The Louisiana State Legislature approved a bill in April 2006 stating that the pelican used in the state's flag and seal must bear three drips of blood. At a state swearing-in event in November 2010, the new flag was unveiled. According to state officials, the new flag "was mandated by" the 2006 statute, featured a more intricate pelican than the old one, and did away with the word "and" from the ribbon.
Interesting facts about the Louisiana Flag
- The Louisiana flag has two components: a blue field and a crest in the middle. The crest features a nest with three babies, a mother pelican who is self-vulnerable and showing three drips of blood on her breast, and a nest.
- Louisiana has its own oath of loyalty. Most often, when addressing the Louisiana state flag, people will recite the pledge of loyalty. The following are its components: “I pledge allegiance to the flag of the state of Louisiana and to the motto for which it stands: A state, under God, united in purpose and ideals, confident that justice shall prevail for all of those abiding here.”
FAQ About the State of Louisiana!
What is the state of Louisiana known for?
Numerous things make Louisiana famous. A wide variety of delicious meals is available, but our Southern comfort food and seafood are the best. Louisiana is the only place that does crawfish, shrimp, or crab boils! Cajun and Creole food, Mardi Gras festivities, a rich cultural past, bayous, jazz music, and being the birthplace of the American blues are just a few of Louisiana's well-known attractions. The state is also heavily influenced by French colonialism.
How did Louisiana get its name?
When the territory was acquired by France in 1682, Louisiana was given its name in honor of King Louis XIV. The name "Le Grand Siècle" (the Great Century) is frequently used to allude to Louis XIV's rule, which will always conjure up images of an absolute monarchy and a powerful, centralized state. The Sun King, who ascended to the throne at a young age under the guidance of Cardinal Mazarin, personified the ideals of absolutism. He relocated the royal Court to the Palace of Versailles in 1682, which became the primary icon of his authority and influence in Europe.
Because of its state bird, Louisiana is nicknamed the Pelican State.
What are 5 facts about Louisiana?
- Louisiana was the 18th state to join the Union. The year was 1812. Louisiana left the Union in 1861, at the height of the Civil War. In 1868, it re-joined the country.
- Around 12,000 years ago, the region that is today Louisiana was originally inhabited. Native American groups include the Atakapa, Choctaw, Chitimacha, Natchez, and Tunica resided on the site throughout its history.
- Hernando de Soto, an adventurer, claimed the region for Spain in 1541. Then, in 1682, France seized control of the area. Until the United States acquired the region that would become Louisiana from France in 1803 as part of the Louisiana Purchase, ownership of the land would alternate between these two countries.
- Fertile soil, natural gas, and oil are among Louisiana's top natural resources. Salt production in the United States is dominated by Louisiana.
- The talk show personality Ellen DeGeneres, civil rights leader Madam C.J. Walker, and numerous jazz and blues musicians including Fats Domino, Louis Armstrong, and Jelly Roll Morton are all well-known residents of the Pelican State.
- The War of 1812 battlefield at Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve features reenactments, a national cemetery, a wetland preserve where visitors can see the brown pelican, the state bird of Louisiana, and several cultural centers that detail the state's history in terms of people, art, and music.
Explore the Different Types of Louisiana Flag That We Offer!
At Carrot-Top, we are proud to offer Louisiana State Flags for numerous purposes, including indoor display, outdoor display, and even Louisiana Flag Sets!
Indoor Louisiana flags produce traditional and lovely displays in your home, workplace, school, church, or other structure. These flags are made of our proprietary Beacon® nylon and have lock stitching to prevent fraying. They are sturdy and long-lasting. Rich, vibrant colors and finely woven nylon are used to create indoor Louisiana flags, which are completed with a lined pole sleeve on the left side. The remaining sides are trimmed with luxurious classic gold fringe. There are two sizes of these flags: 3' x 5' and 4' x 6'.
With outdoor Louisiana flags, you can proudly display your love and pride for our wonderful state. Rich, vibrant, fade-resistant colors, reinforced stitching, and high-quality materials are all included in the construction of these lovely flags, which are made of two fabrics. Outdoor Louisiana flags are made of Patriarch® Polyester and Beacon® Nylon, both of which are exclusive Carrot Top textiles. The extra robust, long-lasting nylon used to make Beacon® Nylon Louisiana flags is water-resistant and quick to dry. Lightweight Beacon® flags flutter gracefully with the smallest breeze. Beacon® flags are made for regions with softer winds and temperate climates. Patriarch® Polyester Louisiana flags are made of incredibly durable, two-ply, woven polyester that feels and looks like cotton.
Louisiana Flag sets are made to provide you with the freedom and flexibility to select the display that most closely matches your preferences and your environment. Our flag sets come in a variety of flag sizes, flagpole finishes, and flag sizes. With Carrot Top's Louisiana Flag Sets, you may create an original display or a more conventional one to go with your current decor. Our Louisiana flag sets are made to fit the requirements of any room or area. In the majority of locations, our unique 5-9' Majestic Telescopic Pole displays flawlessly. Three different finishes—Gold, Chrome, and Wood-Grained—are available for this adjustable flag poleflagpole, which is simple to move and put together. Both the 3' x 6' and the 4' x 6' Louisiana flags look fantastic when displayed indoors and during parades when used with our Majestic Poles. For a more conventional display, Carrot Top also offers a flagpole finished in Jointed Oak. Our 3' x 5' Louisiana Flag works best with the 8' Jointed Oak finishing pole in areas with at least an 8.5' ceiling clearance. When used with our 4' x 6' Louisiana flag, the 9' Jointed Oak Pole exhibits best in spaces with at least 9.5' of clearance. A lined pole sleeve, a sturdy canvas header, and plush, conventional gold fringe complete both flags. Each Carrot Top flag set comes with a weighted base, an ornate spear or eagle, and a gold string with tassel.
Our Louisiana Flag Flags are Made in the U.S.A
At Carrot-Top Industries, we take great satisfaction in offering products made in the USA, such as our American and Louisiana flags. By purchasing products that are Made in the USA, you may contribute directly to the American economy and independence.
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