California State Flag this eventually became our National

this eventually became our National Anthem

The single star may have come from the "lone star" on the flag of the Republic of Texas

securely attached to a ten inch black staff

Seeing the flag still flying proudly after the battle ended

California State Flag this eventually became our NationalThe California state flag is called the Bear Flag with the Grizzly Bear representing courage. The single star may have come from the "lone star" on the flag of the Republic of Texas. Originally governed by Mexico, settlers declared their independence in 1848. The war with Mexico soon followed and the United States prevailed. California became a state the very next year. 3' x 5', flies in the lightest breeze.