I found this article about Williamsburg playing host to an extended display of
historical flags captured by the British Forces in 1779 during the revolutionary war some 255 years ago. Actually these are four flags taken as trophies during the war, but was well preserved and has staged a homecoming particularly at the museums in colonial Williamsburg.
Story has it that these set of flags were kept by the family of notorious British cavalry leader Banestre Tarleton where it remained hidden for over two centuries until it was auctioned off late last year and sold to a private owner. The revolutionary flags on display are aptly named "Captured Colors: Four Battle Flags of the American Revolution", in exhibit alongside revolutionary war-era firearms and
cavalry swords.
What makes this exhibit extra special is it proves beyond doubt the true existence and use of these flags as torch during one of the phases of our evolution as a nation. This is piece of history and everybody must have the chance to see it, whether in Williamsburg or the relic will have to be toured around the United States.
This is a testament to the struggles of our founding fathers, the hardship that they have to hurdle to build a nation. Likewise, it becomes necessary for us to examine and ponder on our glorious history and how it molded us to be the catharsis of freedom around the world.
For our flag manufacturers, this relic would serve to enlighten them that flags would remain forever, that they must strive to duplicate the feat of historical significance.
by:
The Flagman
