California entered the Union in 1850 as the 31st State.
California adopted its flag in 1911, modified in 1953. Americans, in what was then Mexican territory, proclaimed the independence of California on June 14, 1846. The banner of their "Bear Flag Republic" was later adopted by the State.
California state flags, flag decals, and California 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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