Product Description
Elevate your indoor space with our meticulously crafted Indoor Texas Flags, a symbol of patriotism and pride. Designed exclusively in high-quality nylon, these flags are perfect for displaying your love for Texas in a variety of indoor settings.
History of the Texas Flag
Many federalists in Mexico and Texas were angered with the evermore growing centralist Mexican government. Tensions came to a breaking point in October 1835 with Gonzales. In the early 1830’s Mexico had given a small cannon to the citizens of Gonzales to protect themselves from Indian attacks at the time, but after a Mexican solider bludgeoned a Gonzales resident, Mexican authorities felt that it was unwise to leave the settlers with a weapon. A small detachment of troops was sent to retrieve the cannon but were escorted out of Gonzales by the settlers, without the cannon. 100 Dragoons were sent with Lieutenant Francisco de Castañeda to demand compliance from the settlers. Texians stalled negotiations with Castañeda for several days as they waited for reinforcements. October 2nd, about 140 Texians volunteers attacked Castañeda early in the morning. After a brief skirmish, Castañeda requested a meeting with John Henry Moore to express his federalist views. After the meeting as Moore was returning to camp, Texians raised the homemade flag that we all know and love. Realizing his dragoons were outnumbered as well as outgunned Castañeda led his troops back to Béxar. After Castañeda left, Stephen F. Austin was unanimously elected as the leader of the Volunteers, also known as the Army of the People.
On October 6th, Texians in Matagorda marched on Presidio La Bahía in Goliad. 4 days later they stormed the presidio in a battle that lasted 30 minutes. By November 3rd, the Texian army controlled the Gulf Coast, forcing Mexican commanders to send all communications overland. This left General Martín Perfecto de Cos unable to quickly request and receive reinforcements of supplies. While Texians were supervising the Gulf Coast, Austin was marching towards Béxar to engage General Cos and his troops. Mexican troops quickly built barricades throughout the town, several days later the Texian army descended on the town, initiating the Siege of Béxar. After taking Béxar, an advance party led by James Bowie and James Fannin’s men chose to camp at Mission Concepción and sent for the rest of the Texian army. Mexican troops led by Colonel Domingo de Ugartechea engaged in battle with Bowie and Fannin’s men after learning that the Texian army was temporarily divided. The Mexican cavalry was unable to fight effectively due to insufficient weaponry and difficult terrain. After 3 unsuccessful attacks on the Texians, Ugartechea called for a retreat. In mid-December Cos withdrew Mexican troops into a mission outside of Béxar, Alamo Mission. Later he had to surrender his position to the Texian army, Cos’ terms of surrender were to leave Texas and no longer fight supporters of the Constitution of 1824. After Cos’ surrender there was no longer a Mexican garrison in Texas and many Texians believed that the war was over.
On February 17th 1836, Santa Anna’s forces entered Texas. Santa Anna led his men up the Camino Real towards Béxar, the political center of Texas. Despite the low temperatures the Mexican troop continued moving, some died from hypothermia, others contracted dysentery. Many soldiers that fell behind due to exhaustion or illness were killed by Comanche raiding parties. Nevertheless, the Mexican forces kept marching towards Béxar; as they progressed, they ransacked and occasionally burnt vacant houses down as most of the settlers had evacuated northward. Santa Anna’s network of Tejano spies helped him learn the Texians locations, strengths, and plans.
Variety of Sizes
Our collection features a range of sizes to meet your specific requirements. They range from 2' X 3' to 5' X 8'.
Premium Nylon for Elegance and Durability
Our Indoor Texas Flags are exclusively crafted from premium nylon, offering a perfect blend of elegance and durability. The lightweight and silky texture of the nylon fabric ensures that the flag drapes beautifully, adding a touch of sophistication to any indoor environment.
Polehem or Polehem with Fringe: Your Choice, Your Style
Customize your indoor flag display with our unique options:
- Polehem: For a sleek and streamlined look, choose the Polehem design. This option features a sturdy pole sleeve, allowing you to effortlessly hang the flag on any standard flagpole with a clean and polished appearance.
- Polehem with Fringe: Add a touch of classic elegance to your indoor space with the Polehem with Fringe design. The meticulously hand-sewn fringe along the bottom edge enhances the flag's visual appeal, providing a traditional and timeless aesthetic.
All of our flags are Made in America!
