Now, if you're slightly blind, like I am any time I forget to put my contacts on, you might have an issue with reading the font at the bottom of the postcard. Never fear, I have it right here for your convenience!
"The state flag (formerly called banner) was adopted by the General Assembly in 1917 as part of the commemoration of the state's Centennial, after a competition sponsored by the Daughters of the American Revolution. The prize-winning design was submitted by Paul Hadley of Mooresville, Indiana. The torch in the center stands for liberty and enlightenment; the rays represent their far-reaching influence. The outer circle of stars stands for the original thirteen states, and the inner circle of stars for the five states next admitted to the Union. The larger star stands for Indiana, the nineteenth state. The name was changed from banner to flag by act of 1955 General Assembly. The state flag is "regulation in addition to the American flag, with all of the military forces in the State of Indiana, and in all public functions in which the state may or shall officially appear." The state colors are always carried or displayed on the observer's right of the Stars and Stripes."
There was a $100 prize for the winning design and for Paul Hadley, the General Assembly only had to change one thing! They added "Indiana" in a crescent shape above the torch. There were over 200 original submissions and this was the winner. There was a survey that was completed in 2001 and NAVA placed Indiana's flag at #32 out of 72 Canadian, US States, and US Territories in design quality.
Well, I enjoyed learning about the Indiana State flag!! I hope you guys learned something new as well! Tune in next time!
Happy Mailings!
-Jessa
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