Polk Flag – Polk Battle Flags – 3×5 Ft Double Nylon Embroidered | Army of Tennessee 1st Corps Flag
Fly the distinct battle standard of General Leonidas Polk, Episcopal bishop turned Confederate general. A cousin to President James K. Polk and West Point graduate alongside Robert E. Lee, Polk was revered as both warrior and man of faith. The Polk Flag, flown by the 1st Corps of the Army of Tennessee, mirrors the Confederate “Southern Cross” — but with a bold, upright cross and reversed color scheme, symbolizing Polk’s dual role as soldier and clergyman.
🏛️ Historically Accurate – Military-Grade Construction
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Size: 3×5 feet – Standard for reenactments and permanent display
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Material: 2-Ply Heavy-Duty Nylon (Waterproof & Fade Resistant)
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Design: Fully embroidered upright cross, red field, reversed palette
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Stitching: Quad-stitched edges for durability
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Mounting: Dual reinforced grommets – compatible with all flagpoles
🧠 People Also Ask:
What is the Polk Battle Flag?
A variant of the Confederate battle flag used by Polk’s Corps, featuring an upright cross to reflect Leonidas Polk’s identity as both general and bishop.
Who was Leonidas Polk?
West Point graduate, close friend of Robert E. Lee, and Bishop of Louisiana. He became one of the Confederacy’s most revered leaders before his death at Pine Mountain in 1864.
Why is the cross upright instead of diagonal?
It reflects Polk’s ecclesiastical heritage — a rare fusion of spiritual symbolism and battlefield command.
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