Salute! The "Stars and Bars" was the first national flag of the Confederate States of America and used during the first 2 years of the war (from March 4, 1861 until May 1, 1863). It has two red stripes separated by a white stripe, symbolizing courage, purity, and truth, respectively, with each star representing a state. (video of the recently removed Confederate Memorial in Edenton, North Carolina) The design deliberately echoed the U.S. Stars and Stripes, reflecting the Confederacy's inherited

Today's flag recipient is Lieutenant Colonel William Randall Cain! Thank you for your service to our country! 🇺🇸 | University of Alabama Athletics

Red flags are flying today in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. 🚩 Before your visit, educate yourself on the beach flag warning system and always play it safe: gulfshores.com/beach-water-activities/beaches/beach-flag-warning-system | Visit Alabama's Beaches