American Flag

Name/Title

American Flag

Description

Wool, 48 stars American flag ca. 1850.

Context

Stars were added as states joined the Union. Belonged to William McGill (father of Mrs. Harrison Kennicott). McGill was the captain of a merchant ship sailing between Buffalo and Chicago and a former trustee in Evanston. His name is inscribed the cornerstone of Evanston's court house.

Acquisition

Notes

Mrs. Harrison Kennicott