Maryland State Flag

Annin Nyl-Glo Maryland State Flag

Just as "one size fits all" rarely fits anyone well, one flag material simply isn't the best choice for all environments. That's why we offer you a choice of materials for our commercial-grade outdoor Maryland state flags.

Our rugged SpectraPro 2-ply polyester Maryland state flags are made for us in the US by Valley Forge Flag and are designed for use in windier and drier climates.

Our durable Nyl-Glo nylon Maryland state flags are made here in America by Annin & Co. and are the best choice for moderate wind and wetter environments. If in doubt, try Nyl-Glo—you'll get a super-durable flag plus it won't take as much out of your wallet.

If you want more detailed information about flag fabrics and construction, just look for the appropriate tab above.

A Short History of the Maryland State Flag

In a way, the Maryland State flag predates the English presence in the New World in that it is a combination of two separate family "colors" from England. The designs originate in America with the first Lord Baltimore, George Calvert, who combined heraldic elements from both his father's (Calvert) and mother's (Crosslands) families to produce a coat of arms to represent his position as the colonial proprietor of the Maryland Colony. Subsequent Maryland flags show only the yellow and black Calvert family design until the time of the Revolution.

Then, in 1854, a new State Seal was adopted using the yellow and black Calvert colors and flags showing these colors again became popular. At the outset of the Civil War, loyalties between the North and the South were severely divided and the red and white Crosslands colors gained popularity among sympathizers to the Southern cause.

Following the end of the War, the Calvert and Crosslands family colors eventually were reunited in the flag design we are familiar with today. As early as 1880, the new flag was being used in an official capacity at public events and it was adopted as regimental colors in 1889 by the Fifth regiment of the Maryland national Guard. The State Legislature finally adopted the design as the State Flag in 1904.