Civil War Union Flag Carrier

Union flag carriers held an exposed and important position in Civil War infantry formations. Regimental colors helped troops maintain alignment and identify their unit through smoke and confusion, while also carrying powerful symbolic meaning. Color guards suffered heavy casualties because advancing or preserving the flag could require remaining visible under intense fire. The colors could help a regiment rally after movement or disruption, making the bearer’s position tactically useful as well as symbolic. Protecting or capturing a flag acquired strong emotional importance. A color-bearer figure therefore represents a recognized battlefield responsibility within the regiment, not simply decorative equipment added to an ordinary soldier without a distinct duty.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in the Global War series of games by Historical Board Gaming and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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