History
The idea for the
African-American Flag came into the minds of Tonya and
David Harvey of Baltimore, Maryland when they were
singing the BIack National Anthem at a 1991
African-American Banquet. Tonya and David decided that
the BIack National Anthem needed a flag to symbolize the
meaning of the Anthem.
Purpose
The purpose of the
African-American Flag is to be a symbol of the past,
present, and future value of the African-American life
in the United States of America.
Use
Tonya and David Harvey
envision the African-American Flag being flown on HBCU
campuses, African American churches, African-American
businesses, and African-American homes throughout the
country.
Motto of Flag
"Persevering Through
Time"
Colors
Red, White, Blue, Black,
Green, Purple and Gold
