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Black American Heritage Flag Shirts, Hats & Heritage Gifts

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Black American Heritage Flag with red fields, a broad black diagonal band, gold fig-leaf wreath and upright blunted sword

The story behind the symbol

A Flag. A Story.
A Legacy.

In 1967, Melvin Charles and Gleason T. Jackson created the Black American Heritage Flag in Newark, New Jersey.

The flag became a symbol of Black American identity, heritage, resilience, and collective history. Its distinctive black, red, and gold design carries meaningful symbols that continue to inspire generations.

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01 / BLACK

Identity

Represents Black identity, heritage, and African origins.

02 / RED

Sacrifice

Honors the struggle, sacrifice, and resilience of Black Americans.

03 / GOLD

Legacy

Represents intellect, achievement, prosperity, and cultural contributions.

Gold fig-leaf wreath from the heritage flag04 / FIG-LEAF WREATH

Community

Represents unity, peace, and the enduring strength of community.

Upright gold blunted sword from the heritage flag05 / BLUNTED SWORD

Strength

Represents dignity, controlled strength, and the determination to defend freedom.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Black American Heritage Flag?

It is a red, black, and gold flag created in 1967 as a symbol of Black American identity and heritage. Read its history.

Who created the Black American Heritage Flag?

Melvin Charles and Gleason T. Jackson created the flag in Newark, New Jersey, in 1967.

What do the colors represent?

Black speaks to identity and heritage, red honors struggle and sacrifice, and gold reflects achievement and legacy. Explore the symbolism.

What does the blunted sword symbolize?

Its rounded tip conveys controlled strength, dignity, and justice rather than aggression.

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