Grand Army of the Republic banner, ca. 1885

Grand Army of the Republic banner, ca. 1885
  • MMN Item 84271
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Description

The Grand Army of the Republic banner probably was hung on a pole and used at ceremonies and other gatherings. It may have been from Pennsylvania.

It features a common GAR design: an eagle, with the American flag below it, with a five-pointed star beneath the flag.

The points contain symbols of branches of service: navy, infantry, cavalry and artillery.

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