Fort Fisher Flag – 2nd National Confederate Garrison Flag General Sam Bell Maxey Flags – 3×5 ft Cotton Sewn & Embroidered

Fort Fisher Flag – 2nd National Confederate Garrison Flag – General Sam Bell Maxey Regiment Battle Flags -3×5 ft Cotton Sewn & Embroidered Replica

Historic Civil War Flag Flown at Fort Fisher, North Carolina – Heavy Cotton Embroidered Display

This 3×5 ft sewn cotton flag is a detailed replica of the 2nd National Confederate Garrison Flag flown over Fort Fisher during the American Civil War under Confederate General Sam Bell Maxey. Constructed from heavy ceremonial-grade cotton, this version includes fully embroidered stars and traditional stitched paneling for historical accuracy and presentation quality.

Fort Fisher, located near Wilmington, North Carolina, was the Confederacy’s last major coastal stronghold and a critical harbor for blockade runners. The fort’s capture in January 1865 by Union forces under Major General Alfred H. Terry marked the end of Southern access to international trade via the Atlantic — a decisive blow to the Confederate war effort.

This flag design was documented among captured regimental materials, with many Confederate prisoners sent to Elmira Prison. It stands as a symbol of both strategic defense and the collapse of Southern supply chains.

Flag Features & Craftsmanship

• Size: 3 feet x 5 feet

• Material: Heavy 100% cotton – richly textured and display-grade

• Design: Fully sewn panels with embroidered stars

• Pattern: 2nd National Confederate “Stainless Banner” layout

• Mounting: Brass grommets for flagpole display

• Finish: Reinforced stitching for indoor or ceremonial use

Reverse side mirrors the design — standard for traditional cotton flags.

Recommended Uses

• Civil War battlefield reenactments and historical events

• Museum-quality indoor display and educational exhibits

• Ceremonial presentations, memorials, and heritage commemorations

• Confederate flag collections and Southern historical preservation

Note: This flag is not intended for long-term outdoor use. For weather-resistant options, consider our nylon Confederate flags.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the 2nd National Confederate Flag?
Known as the “Stainless Banner”, this version became the official national flag of the Confederacy in 1863, replacing the First National Flag with a design that included the battle cross and a white field.

2. Where was this flag flown?
A version of this flag flew over Fort Fisher, a strategic coastal fortification guarding Wilmington, NC — the last major Confederate port.

3. Is this flag historically accurate?
Yes — this replica reflects the documented garrison flag design flown at Fort Fisher and captured during Union occupation in 1865.

Fort Fisher Battle

2nd National Confederate Garrison Flag

See Also: General Sam Bell Maxey flag