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EVRV2A-00194
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EVRV2A-00194
Evolution of the United States flag from red British ensign (left) to the striped Grand Union flag (right), to the thirteen-star flag (center).
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
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1700s 1770s 18th Century American Revolution Colonial Flag Independence Revolutionary War Us Flag 13 Star Flag British Flag Grand Union
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This photo print, titled EVRV2A-00194, offers a glimpse into the remarkable evolution of the United States flag throughout history. Hand-colored and based on a 19th-century illustration, this vintage piece takes us back to the 18th century when America was still under British rule. The image showcases three distinct flags side by side. On the left stands the red British ensign, symbolizing colonial America's ties with its motherland. In the center proudly waves the thirteen-star flag, representing independence and freedom from British oppression during the Revolutionary War in the late 1700s. This iconic flag holds immense historical significance as it marks America's first steps towards nationhood. On the right flies an intriguing striped Grand Union flag, which served as an intermediate design between Britain's ensign and America's own unique emblem. With its combination of stripes and Union Jack in one corner, this transitional banner reflects both American aspirations for independence and lingering connections to their European roots. Through this thought-provoking artwork, we are transported back to a pivotal era in North American history – witnessing how a fledgling nation emerged from colonialism to forge its own identity. It serves as a powerful reminder of our shared heritage and reminds us that every stripe on today's stars-and-stripes represents hard-fought battles for liberty and unity
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