Our country's flag - Lithograph, public domain, Library of Congress

An example typical of the rash of patriotic Unionist prints exalting the American flag, that appeared at the outset of the Civil War. (See also nos. 1861-19 through 1861-21.) "Our Country's Flag" is a handsomely drawn illustration appearing on a sheet music cover for a song composed by G. Gumpert, and dedicated to President Lincoln. A Union soldier stands before an encampment, holding the staff of a large American flag. To the left is a tripod of rifles and visible beyond are a sentry, several tents, and a cannon. On either side of the central scene is a trophy of military implements.
Entered . . . 1861 by G. Andre & Co . . . Pennsylvania.
G. Andre & Co. 1104 Chestnut St. Philada.
James Queen Del. & Lith.
Peter S. Duval & Son Lith. Phila.
The Library's impression was deposited for copyright on May 25, 1861.
Title appears as it is written on the item.
Published in: American political prints, 1766-1876 / Bernard F. Reilly. Boston : G.K. Hall, 1991, entry 1861-18.