In 1861, several southern states seceded from the union. They created the confederate states of America. The Southern states relied on slavery to keep the economy running. The union wanted to end slavery. Eventually, tensions grew, leading to a war between the north and the south. The south, now separated and at war with the north, made their own flag.
Although there might be more than one flag, the first flag was accepted in the south in March 1861. The flag was red with a big blue X across the…
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