Flags Fort Blakeley Garrison Flag

[Sowbelly and Hardtack]

Over the years there has been discussion among various states about returning captured flags. Probably the most well known is the 28th Virginia Infantry flag which the 1st Minnesota Infantry captured at Gettysburg. Some states like Illinois have returned captured flags. While this video is ten years old, it gives you a glimpse into what is involved in these negotiations. Here is the story of the Fort Blakeley Garrison flag.