Flag of Maryland
Colors
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Meaning & Symbolism
Shows the coats of arms of the Calvert (founders of Maryland) and Crossland (maternal family of Lord Baltimore) families.
History
Officially adopted in 1904, though the heraldic design dates from colonial founding.
Curiosities
It is the only state flag based on English heraldry. During the Civil War, Confederates used Crossland colors, Unionists used Calvert.