The Eighth United States Flag (1837-1845)
The 1837 Flag, the 26 Star Flag


LENGTH OF TIME IN USE: 8 Years




THE 26-STAR FLAG: This Flag became the Official United States Flag on July 4th, 1837. A star was added for the admission of Michigan.


STATES REPRESENTED BY THIS FLAG:

(26th) Michigan - January 26, 1837


PRESIDENTS SERVING UNDER THIS FLAG:

Martin Van Buren (1837-1841)
William Henry Harrison (1841)
John Tyler (1841-1845)
James Polk (1845-1849)


FLAG FACTS

1841
The United States Army Infantry is authorized to carry the National Flag (General Regulations Article LII)



Last Updated: August 17, 2004
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