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The History of the Maryland Flag

 

Introduction:

Recently we visited Maryland’s state capitol, Annapolis.  There were many things to do and see.  One of the things we saw a lot of was the state flag.  Learning about Maryland’s state flag can help us learn and understand more about the state’s history. 

 

Information:

By clicking on the link The History of the Maryland Flag website and reading about Maryland’s flag, you should become more familiar with the state’s heritage and what the flag means.

 

Activity:

After reading about the Maryland state flag, answer the following questions:

 

1.                   What does the design of the flag come from?

2.                 What do the yellow and black colors mean?

3.                 What do the red and white colors mean?

4.                 Describe the meaning of the flag before, during and after the Civil War; why were the various changes to the flag significant?