Why the Confederate Battle Emblem Was Added to Georgia's State Flag in 1956.

  • Published In: Georgia Historical Quarterly, 2025, v. 109, n. 2. P. 164 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: GALLOWAY, JIM 3 of 3

Abstract

The article examines the historical context and motivations behind the addition of the Confederate battle emblem to Georgia's state flag in 1956. It highlights how this decision was influenced by the political climate surrounding the Supreme Court's desegregation rulings, particularly the Brown v. Board of Education decisions, which intensified resistance to integration in the South. The article discusses the role of key figures, including Governor Marvin Griffin and state legislators, who sought to assert a symbol of defiance against federal mandates, reflecting broader societal tensions regarding race and identity in the mid-20th century. The flag's adoption is portrayed as a strategic move to rally support among White constituents amid growing civil rights activism, ultimately intertwining the flag with the legacy of segregation and resistance to change in Georgia. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Georgia Historical Quarterly. 2025/06, Vol. 109, Issue 2, p164
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Law
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0016-8297
  • Accession Number:186042069
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