Description
Following King James I's union of England and Scotland, their flags were combined to form the first flag of Great Britain. This flag would have been the first British flag to appear in the Thirteen Colonies and fly from their ships. With a King's Colors flag, you can represent the early settlements of what is now the USA and the precursor to the iconic Union Jack!
Our flags of Great Britain are crafted from premium nylon fabric, a lightweight material that flies regally, even in gentle breezes. Nylon’s lightness means it can dry quickly, which helps prevent mildew growth after rainy weather.
The red, white, and blue design is digitally printed for sharp lines and bold, vivid colors. This flag features a sturdy canvas header and brass grommets for simple mounting on any standard outdoor flagpole.
Kings Colors Flag Product Details
- Manufactured in the USA
- Authentic 17th-century design
- 100% high-quality nylon
- Durable canvas header
- Rust-resistant brass grommets
- Single/reverse construction
- 3’ x 5’ size
Flag of Great Britain's History and Meaning
The design of the Kings Colors flag combines Saint George’s cross, which serves as the national flag of England, and Saint Andrew’s cross, which represents Scotland.
The combination of these designs symbolized the monarchical union of England and Scotland when King James VI of Scotland ascended to the English throne in 1603. He formally set forth the new flag’s design in legislation in 1606 while still allowing his subjects to display each cross independently.
This flag was flown on British ships when they first arrived in North America and was later used to represent the original Thirteen Colonies. The Kings Colors flag was succeeded in 1801 by the current Union Jack, symbolizing the addition of Northern Ireland to the union.
