The Fifth United States Flag (1820-1822)
The 1820 Flag, the 23 Star Flag


LENGTH OF TIME IN USE: 2 Years




THE 23-STAR FLAG: This Flag became the Official United States Flag on July 4th, 1820. Two stars were added for the admission of Alabama and Maine.


STATES REPRESENTED BY THIS FLAG:

(22nd) Alabama - December 14, 1819
(23rd) Maine - March 15, 1820


PRESIDENTS SERVING UNDER THIS FLAG:

James Monroe (1817-1825)



Last Updated: August 17, 2004
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