Bedford Flag - 36"x45" - For Outdoor Use
Bedford Flag - 36"x45" - For Outdoor Use is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Materials & Care
Materials & Care
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Celebrate America’s rich heritage with the Bedford flag, a banner that represents the deep roots of militia service and the central role local communities played as the colonies moved toward independence.
Crafted with care from premium nylon, the Bedford flag is designed to maintain vibrant color and durability during extended outdoor display. It is lightweight to fly easily in light breezes. The printed design provides crisp detail, while a heavy-duty canvas heading with 2 solid brass grommets ensures secure attachment to standard flagpoles. The flag is constructed from a single layer of fabric, so the design is visible on both sides, with the front reading correctly and the reverse reading backward.
100% Made in the USA, this commemorative flag reflects the American craftsmanship and attention to detail our family-run business is proud to stand behind.
History & Significance
The flag is closely associated with Bedford, Massachusetts, and it is believed to have been made for a local militia cavalry troop. According to long-standing local tradition, it was carried by Nathaniel Page of the Bedford Minutemen on April 19, 1775, the day the fighting began at Lexington and Concord.
The flag also holds an official role in the present. While the original is on permanent display at the Bedford Public Library, a historic representation serves as the official town flag, reinforcing its continued civic significance more than two centuries after its creation.
Design Features
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A red background surrounded by a white border.
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An armored arm extends from the clouds holding a sword and surrounded by cannonballs.
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A gold ribbon with the motto “Vince aut Morire,” which translates to “Conquer or Die.”
Product Specifications
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100% Made in the USA - Every Bedford flag is manufactured and assembled in the United States using American-made materials, a tradition we’ve upheld at Flags USA since 1987.
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Heading & Grommet Hoist Edge - Finished with a strong canvas heading and 2 solid brass grommets to ensure secure attachment to any flagpole.
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Printed Design - For precise details and a lightweight feel.
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Single-Reverse Construction - This flag is printed on a single layer of fabric, so the design is visible on both sides. The front reads correctly, while the reverse displays the design reading backward when viewed from behind. This is the most common construction used in the U.S. flag industry and the standard for printed flags.
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Premium Nylon Fabric - For excellent color retention during extended outdoor use.
Ideal Uses
The Bedford flag is well suited for displays where historical context and education matter. It offers a meaningful display option for museum and library exhibits, school programs, informed residential displays, civic ceremonies, and community events that highlight early American history.
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