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The 29-Star Flag — The Flag of the Mexican-American War
On July 4, 1847, the United States officially raised a new flag — 29 stars, with one added for Iowa's admission to the Union on December 28, 1846. This was the flag flying over American troops as they marched into Mexico City in September 1847, the decisive moment of the Mexican-American War.
On September 14, 1847, US Marines and Army troops stormed Chapultepec Castle and captured the National Palace of Mexico — the "Halls of Montezuma" immortalized in the Marines' Hymn. As General Winfield Scott rode into the Grand Plaza, the 29-Star Flag was raised over the seat of Mexican government, marking the effective end of the war.
(Note: Some actual flags carried by U.S. troops during the Mexican-American War campaign were still 28-star versions made earlier, but the official design on the date shown is 29 stars.)
The Officers Who Were There — Future Legends of the Civil War
The Mexican-American War was a proving ground for a generation of officers who would go on to command armies on both sides of the Civil War. Among those who served under this very flag:
- Ulysses S. Grant — Brevet 1st Lieutenant, later General-in-Chief of the Union Army and 18th President
- Robert E. Lee — Captain of Engineers on General Scott's staff, called "the very best soldier I ever saw in the field" by Scott; later General of the Confederate Army
- Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson — 2nd Lieutenant, distinguished himself at Chapultepec; later Confederate General
- George McClellan — Brevet Captain, later Union General-in-Chief
- George Meade — Lieutenant, later Union commander at Gettysburg
- James Longstreet — Lieutenant, wounded at Chapultepec; later Confederate General
- George Pickett — 1st Lieutenant, first to scale the walls at Chapultepec; later Confederate General famous for Pickett's Charge
- P.G.T. Beauregard — Captain of Engineers; later Confederate General who fired the first shots of the Civil War at Fort Sumter
- Joseph Johnston — Captain, wounded at Chapultepec; later Confederate General
- Braxton Bragg — Captain of Artillery; later Confederate General
This flag witnessed the birth of a generation of military leaders who would shape American history for decades to come.
It served as the official US flag for just one year, making it one of the rarest and most historically significant star patterns in American history. The only President to serve under this flag was James K. Polk (1845–1849).
This premium nylon printed flag is made to order in the USA and available in sizes from 12x18 inch through 20x30 feet.
Premium American-Made Construction
- 🇺🇸 Made in USA — custom printed and sewn domestically
- Nylon fabric — high tensile and tear strength, flies well in light to moderate wind
- Aniline-dyed colors — deep, bright hues with superior UV fade resistance and wash-fastness
- Solid brass grommets — corrosion-resistant, built for outdoor use
- Reinforced fly edge — 1" double-edge fold with four rows of stitching
- Reinforced fly corners — top and bottom of fly edge reinforced for long-term durability
- Sizes 6x10 and larger — rope and thimble hardware included
Size Guide
- 12x18 inch — Boat / vehicle flag
- 16x24 inch — Small display
- 2x3, 3x5, 4x6 — Standard display sizes
- 5x8, 6x10 — Large outdoor / commercial
- 8x12, 10x15, 12x18, 15x25, 20x30 — Jumbo / monumental (rope and thimble)
Specifications
- Material: Nylon (printed, outdoor-rated)
- Hardware: Solid brass grommets (rope and thimble on 6x10+)
- Origin: Made in USA
- Production: Made to order — production time may vary
- HS Code: 630790
Custom printed and made to order. We do not offer refunds on custom printed flags.
★ Looking for museum-grade quality? Also available as a premium Nylon Applique Cut & Sewn 29-Star Flag — hand-crafted with individually cut and sewn stars and stripes for collectors, institutions, and display use.
Perfect for history collectors, museums, educators, film and theater productions, and anyone honoring the Mexican-American War era. Trusted by institutional and government buyers across the country.
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The 29-Star Flag — The Flag of the Mexican-American War
On July 4, 1847, the United States officially raised a new flag — 29 stars, with one added for Iowa's admission to the Union on December 28, 1846. This was the flag flying over American troops as they marched into Mexico City in September 1847, the decisive moment of the Mexican-American War.
On September 14, 1847, US Marines and Army troops stormed Chapultepec Castle and captured the National Palace of Mexico — the "Halls of Montezuma" immortalized in the Marines' Hymn. As General Winfield Scott rode into the Grand Plaza, the 29-Star Flag was raised over the seat of Mexican government, marking the effective end of the war.
(Note: Some actual flags carried by U.S. troops during the Mexican-American War campaign were still 28-star versions made earlier, but the official design on the date shown is 29 stars.)
The Officers Who Were There — Future Legends of the Civil War
The Mexican-American War was a proving ground for a generation of officers who would go on to command armies on both sides of the Civil War. Among those who served under this very flag:
- Ulysses S. Grant — Brevet 1st Lieutenant, later General-in-Chief of the Union Army and 18th President
- Robert E. Lee — Captain of Engineers on General Scott's staff, called "the very best soldier I ever saw in the field" by Scott; later General of the Confederate Army
- Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson — 2nd Lieutenant, distinguished himself at Chapultepec; later Confederate General
- George McClellan — Brevet Captain, later Union General-in-Chief
- George Meade — Lieutenant, later Union commander at Gettysburg
- James Longstreet — Lieutenant, wounded at Chapultepec; later Confederate General
- George Pickett — 1st Lieutenant, first to scale the walls at Chapultepec; later Confederate General famous for Pickett's Charge
- P.G.T. Beauregard — Captain of Engineers; later Confederate General who fired the first shots of the Civil War at Fort Sumter
- Joseph Johnston — Captain, wounded at Chapultepec; later Confederate General
- Braxton Bragg — Captain of Artillery; later Confederate General
This flag witnessed the birth of a generation of military leaders who would shape American history for decades to come.
It served as the official US flag for just one year, making it one of the rarest and most historically significant star patterns in American history. The only President to serve under this flag was James K. Polk (1845–1849).
This premium nylon printed flag is made to order in the USA and available in sizes from 12x18 inch through 20x30 feet.
Premium American-Made Construction
- 🇺🇸 Made in USA — custom printed and sewn domestically
- Nylon fabric — high tensile and tear strength, flies well in light to moderate wind
- Aniline-dyed colors — deep, bright hues with superior UV fade resistance and wash-fastness
- Solid brass grommets — corrosion-resistant, built for outdoor use
- Reinforced fly edge — 1" double-edge fold with four rows of stitching
- Reinforced fly corners — top and bottom of fly edge reinforced for long-term durability
- Sizes 6x10 and larger — rope and thimble hardware included
Size Guide
- 12x18 inch — Boat / vehicle flag
- 16x24 inch — Small display
- 2x3, 3x5, 4x6 — Standard display sizes
- 5x8, 6x10 — Large outdoor / commercial
- 8x12, 10x15, 12x18, 15x25, 20x30 — Jumbo / monumental (rope and thimble)
Specifications
- Material: Nylon (printed, outdoor-rated)
- Hardware: Solid brass grommets (rope and thimble on 6x10+)
- Origin: Made in USA
- Production: Made to order — production time may vary
- HS Code: 630790
Custom printed and made to order. We do not offer refunds on custom printed flags.
★ Looking for museum-grade quality? Also available as a premium Nylon Applique Cut & Sewn 29-Star Flag — hand-crafted with individually cut and sewn stars and stripes for collectors, institutions, and display use.
Perfect for history collectors, museums, educators, film and theater productions, and anyone honoring the Mexican-American War era. Trusted by institutional and government buyers across the country.
Shipping
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| Delivery | Estimated between and . Will usually ship within 5 business day. |
Delivery & Returns
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Please allow 10 days for your order to arrive. We source products from all over the world to bring you epic offers and the lowest prices. This means sometimes you have to wait a little longer to get your order but it's always worth it! |
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Returns are easy, simply contact us for a returns number and send your item to our returns centre for fast processing. We'll get you a replacement or refund in a snap! |
Why Buy From Us
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We Put Our Customers First to us. If it doesn't fit, it breaks, you've changed your mind or for no reason whatsoever simply send it back to us and we'll cheerfully refund you every cent. |
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Returns are easy, simply contact us for a returns number and send your item to our returns centre for fast processing. We'll get you a replacement or refund in a snap! |
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In the unlikely event that you find your item cheaper at another online store, just let us know and we'll beat the competitor's pricing hands-down. |
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We insist that you love everything you buy from us. If you're unhappy for any reason whatsoever, just let us know and we'll bend over backwards to make things right again. |
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Ordering from Shoptimized is 100% safe and secure so you can rest easy. Your personal details are never shared, sold or rented to anyone either. | |
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Free Shipping on orders over $69.00 to the USA |
