2nd Minnesota regimental battle flag

Titles: 2nd Minnesota regimental battle flag (Supplied title)

Description: The regimental battle flag of the 2nd Minnesota Infantry. The flag consists of one layer of blue silk with the Federal seal consisting of a large eagle with a pink ribbon with a gold outline in its beak painted in the center. The ribbon is inscribed with the motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM." Beneath the eagle is a red ribbon that presumably contains the regiment's identification. The flag is bordered on three sides by gold fringe. This flag was possibly used by the regiment during Sherman's March to the Sea. See the staff, 2007.84.2.B, and cord and tassels, 2007.84.2.C.

Dates

• Not earlier than 1864 - Not later than 1865 (Flag is believed to be the one carried by the 2nd Minnesota during Sherman's March to the Sea.) (Use)
• Not earlier than 1861 - Not later than 1865 (Civil War) (Use)

Creation

• used by: United States, Army, Minnesota Infantry Regiment, 2nd (1861-1865)

Identifiers

• Accession Number: 2007.84.2.A

Holding Type: 3D Objects

Quantity: 1 item

Format

• Content Category: artifacts

Measurements

• 75 inches height (leading edge)
• 76 inches width (fly)

Subjects

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