FREE: Blue Star Military Service Banner / Flag - New

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The banner was designed in 1917 by United States Army Captain Robert L. Queisser of the Fifth Ohio Infantry, in honor of his two sons who were serving in World War. It was quickly adopted by the public and by government officials.

In 1917, the Congressional Record stated:
"The world should know of those who give so much for liberty.
The dearest thing in all the world to a father and mother---their children."

Also known as a Service Flag, the blue stands for hope and pride and is typically hung in the window of the service member's family.

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