Louisiana entered the Union in 1812 as the 18th State.
Louisiana adopted its flag in 1912. In heraldry a pelican tearing at her breast to feed her young is a symbol of self sacrifice. Louisiana used this symbol as a territory prior to Statehood.
Louisiana state flags, flag decals, and Louisiana state deal decals are available from FlagLine.com.
For more U.S. history, see our e-book "The History of the USA."
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