Woman flag bearer Covenantar waving Large Scottish covenanters flag at Caerlaverock Castle historic medieval fortress, Dumfries, Scotland, UK

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During the Scottish Reformation the Saltire appeared on many flags of the Covenanting forces. It is suggested that this “Covenanters flag” inspired the blue in the new flag of the United States during the American Revolution.

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Size: 3413px × 5120px
Location: Caerlaverock Castle between Annan and Dumfries South West Scotland
Photo credit: © MediaWorldImages / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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