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1779-1783 Tarleton's British Legion Standard

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Fight for King George III against the American rebels with Banastre Tarleton and his British Legion!  The British Legion was one of the most effective and feared Loyalist units during the American Revolution.

This flag is based on a background image in Sir Joshua Reynolds' painting of Lieutenant Colonel Banastre Tarleton. Much ink has been expended on determining whether this is just a stage prop Reynolds added to his painting, or if this flag was carried by the Legion.  I take the position that such a distinct flag is a faithful representation of that used by Lt. Col. Tarleton.  The details are unfortunately indistinct, and I traced as much detail from the original as was possible. 

Detail that Reynolds included are the "L" and wreath in the center, the crown above it, and two cannons near the flagstaff.  The object in the white canton, however, is extremely indistinct, as all that can be identified is a bent neck and two wings.  Most (including this illustrator previously) have identified it as a bird, type unknown.  My analysis of the curved neck and hints of a mane suggest to me something more like the head of a winged Pegasus, wreathed in cloud and discharging two thunderbolts.

Flag comes as 3 high-quality PNG images in a zip folder: obverse, reverse, and complete flag.  A detail of Reynolds' painting, showing his illustration of the flag, is also included.

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David H November 11, 2023 1:48 am UTC
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I could not get the flag to reside for 28mm without it being blurry. Would have preferred purchasing the flags and having them shipped to me, ready to use. But I did not see that option. Waste of a dollar. I feel like I have been scammed.
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Jordan J November 11, 2023 3:24 am UTC
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Hi David!

I'm sorry that this flag is not printing clearly! This is not the kind of experience you or your Legion should have. If you would like to email me at JacobiteJordan"at"Rocketmail"dot"com, I would be happy to send you a physical copy.
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This title was added to our catalog on August 13, 2021.
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