Custer Cavalry Guidon Flag – Union Army Flags 3×5 ft Cotton Sewn Civil War Replica

Custer Cavalry Guidon Flag – Union Army 3×5 ft Cotton Sewn Civil War Replica

Personal Battle Flag of General George A. Custer – Handmade by Elizabeth Custer

This Custer Cavalry Flag is a historically accurate reproduction of the personal battle guidon carried by General George Armstrong Custer, one of the most renowned and controversial figures in American military history. This 3×5 ft cotton-sewn flag is modeled after the original, hand-stitched by Custer’s wife, Elizabeth “Libbie” Custer, during the final days of the Civil War.

The flag was famously delivered on horseback and first unfurled in battle at Dinwiddie Court House on March 31, 1865. Custer carried it the very next day during his daring charge over Pickett’s breastworks. He continued to use the flag or replicas of it throughout his military campaigns — including his final days at the Battle of the Little Bighorn.

Today, the original flag crafted by Libbie still survives as a powerful symbol of loyalty, leadership, and Civil War history.

Custer Flag Specifications & Quality

• Size: 3 ft x 5 ft standard cavalry display

• Material: Heavy-duty 100% cotton – rich in historical authenticity

• Design: Embroidered details and historically accurate color scheme

• Mounting: Grommeted for secure attachment to any flagpole

• Finish: Double-stitched for durability and indoor display strength

As with traditional flags, design is mirrored on the reverse.

Custer Cavalry Flag is Ideal For

• Civil War reenactments and Union cavalry displays

• Military museums and historical collections

• Indoor decor, heritage presentations, and educational exhibits

• Ceremonial displays, honor guards, and commemorative use

Note: This cotton flag is intended for indoor or ceremonial use only. For lightweight or all-weather use, see our nylon version.

Frequently Asked Questions About Custer Flag

1. Who made the original Custer flag?
Elizabeth “Libbie” Custer personally handmade the flag for her husband and had it delivered to him on the battlefield in 1865.

2. Was this flag used at the Battle of Little Bighorn?
Yes — General Custer carried versions of this flag, including replicas, throughout his campaigns. One was present at Little Bighorn.

3. Is this flag double-sided?
No — like all traditional cotton flags, the reverse side is mirrored. This is historically accurate and standard for authentic flags.