The California Lone Star Flag emerged for the period of the Bear Flag Revolt in 1846; it symbolizes California's transient independence

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The California Lone Star Flag emerged in the course of the Bear Flag Revolt in 1846; it symbolizes California's quick independence formerly starting to be part of america while embracing pioneer spirit and ruggedness.