# Title: 3x5 Rhodesia Flag Economical ## Description: 3'x5' Rhodesia Flag – Rough Tex® Economical Looking for a premium option? Shop our USA-made Rhodesia Flag here. Historical Background Rhodesia was a landlocked nation in southern Africa, occupying the territory now known as Zimbabwe. The country was named after British colonialist Cecil Rhodes and was administered by the British South Africa Company before becoming the self-governing colony of Southern Rhodesia in 1923. In November 1965, Prime Minister Ian Smith issued a Unilateral Declaration of Independence (UDI) from Britain, establishing Rhodesia as an independent state — though it was never internationally recognized. A new national flag was adopted in 1968, featuring the green and white vertical stripes with the national coat of arms, and this flag continued to fly when Rhodesia was declared a republic in 1970. Following years of a guerrilla war known as the Bush War (or Zimbabwe War of Liberation), a peace agreement was reached in 1979. The country transitioned through a brief period as Zimbabwe Rhodesia before achieving internationally recognized independence as Zimbabwe on April 18, 1980. Today, Zimbabwe is home to Victoria Falls, Great Zimbabwe ruins, and a rich cultural heritage spanning the Shona and Ndebele peoples. Flag Features Rough Tex® 100D fabric for longer wear and durability 4 rows of stitching on the fly edge for added strength UV-block protection to reduce fading Anti-rain and anti-acid treatment Excellent wind resistance compared to standard polyester Solid brass grommets for secure mounting One-inch double-edge fold with reinforced stitching at top and bottom fly edge Our exclusive Rough Tex® fabric finish enhances print quality and color vibrancy, with UV-protective dye treatment to preserve deep, bright colors over time. This flag offers superior tensile and tear strength compared to standard nylon flags of similar construction. Note: This budget-friendly flag is imported and not manufactured in the USA. ## Product type: Flags & Windsocks ## Vendor: RU ## Tags: 3x5, Checklist-Choose size, checklist-Grommets, Country & National Flags, Flags of the World, Rhodesia Flag, South Africa, Zimbabwe Flag ## Price range: 19.95 - 19.95 USD ## Link: https://www.uspatriotcolors.com/products/3x5-rhodesia-flag-rough-tex ## Options - Title: Default Title ## Variants - Default Title, SKU: RU-FL35N-894471, Available: yes, Inventory: 163, Delivery profile: -