Flag Patches
US, State, International & Historical Flag Morale Patches
American flag patches with hook-and-loop backing for tactical gear, plate carriers, packs, and uniforms — full-color and subdued, forward and reverse-field, plus state flags (California, Texas, Tennessee, Virginia, Arizona, Oklahoma, North Carolina), international flags (UK, Germany, Belgium, Australia, Russian Federation), historical flags (1776, Betsy Ross, Don't Tread On Me, Blackbeard pirate), first responder variants (Thin Blue Line, Thin Red Line, EMT, Firefighter), and military service branch logo flags from Blackhawk and Maxpedition.
Flag Patches at Keep Shooting
Keep Shooting carries one of the deepest flag patch selections in the morale patch market — American flags in every standard military configuration, all 50-state flags (including California, Texas, Tennessee, Virginia, Arizona, Oklahoma, and North Carolina from our current stock), international flags from the UK, Germany, Belgium, Australia, and the Russian Federation, historical American flags including the 1776, Betsy Ross 13-star, Don't Tread On Me Gadsden, and the Blackbeard pirate flag, first responder variants in Thin Blue Line and Thin Red Line designs, EMT and Firefighter American flag variants, and military service branch logo flags covering the Army, Navy Chief Petty Officer, and Air Force. Every flag patch in our catalog is built with hook-and-loop (Velcro) backing for instant attachment and removal from tactical gear, plate carriers, packs, jackets, hats, and any MOLLE or hook-loop-equipped surface.
The American flag patch on a military uniform is more than decoration — it is governed by U.S. Army Regulation 670-1, which specifies that the flag is worn sewn one-half inch below the right shoulder seam of the utility uniform. The flag is worn in "reverse field" configuration on the right shoulder, meaning the blue field of stars (the canton) is positioned in the forward direction rather than the upper-left position you would see on a flag flying from a flagpole. This is not a mistake or a backwards flag — it is the intentional regulation orientation. The U.S. Flag Code states that when the flag is displayed on any moving object (including a person in uniform), the union must be displayed toward the front so that the flag appears to be flying in the breeze as the wearer moves forward, with the red and white stripes trailing behind. The right arm of a service member in uniform represents a flagpole. Both forward-field and reverse-field American flag patches have their place — reverse-field for right-shoulder uniform wear, forward-field for plate carriers, ball caps, packs, and the dozens of other places service members, veterans, and patriotic citizens display the flag.
Modern flag patches are built around the hook-and-loop attachment system that replaced sewn-on insignia across most U.S. military uniforms in the early 2000s. The patch backing is loop-side Velcro, which mates with the hook-side panels sewn onto modern combat uniforms, plate carriers (Crye Precision JPC, Eagle Industries CIRAS, Velocity Systems Mayflower), battle belts, helmet covers, and the loop fields on nearly every modern tactical pack from 5.11, Maxpedition, Vertx, and Eberlestock. The hook-and-loop system was adopted specifically because it lets a soldier swap between full-color insignia for garrison wear and subdued or IR-reflective patches for tactical environments — and lets veterans and civilians configure their gear with the patches that matter to them on any given day. Most of the flag patches in our catalog are embroidered with merrowed edges for durability; the PVC variants (Australian Flag PVC, British Flag PVC, US Flag Vertical Shield PVC, and the US Flag Thin Blue/Red Line Mini PVC patches) use molded rubber construction for waterproof, fade-proof wear that cleans up under any conditions.
Our American flag selection covers every major variant American shooters and service members carry. The US Flag Morale Patch is the standard full-color American flag in the most common 3.25" × 2" size that fits nearly every plate carrier flag panel and standard Velcro field. The 1776 US Flag Morale Patch features the 13-star Betsy Ross-pattern flag with the "1776" date — a popular Revolutionary War heritage variant. The Betsy Ross Flag Patch is the same 13-star design in standalone form. The Don't Tread On Me Morale Patch and the Maxpedition Don't Tread On Me Patch carry the Gadsden flag's coiled rattlesnake on a yellow field — the original 1775 American Revolutionary symbol of resistance. The Shamelessly Unapologetic American Morale Patch is a contemporary patriotic statement piece. And the US Flag Vertical Shield PVC Morale Patch arranges the American flag in a tall shield format designed for narrow loop fields.
For first responders and supporters, we carry the complete Thin Line family. The Thin Blue Line Flag Morale Patch displays the American flag in subdued black and white with a single horizontal blue stripe replacing one of the white stripes — the symbol of law enforcement support that originated in the United Kingdom and was adopted by American police and supporters beginning in the 1990s. The Thin Red Line US Flag Morale Patch is the firefighter equivalent with a red stripe in place of the blue. The US Flag Thin Blue Line Mini PVC Patch and US Flag Thin Red Line Mini PVC Patch offer the same designs in weatherproof PVC construction in a smaller form factor for hat panels and small Velcro fields. The EMT American Flag Patch and Firefighter American Flag Patch are full-color American flags with the EMT Star of Life and the firefighter Maltese cross respectively, designed for first responder uniforms and personal carry.
For military veterans and active service members, we carry American flag patches with service branch insignia: the Army Logo American Flag Patch, the Navy Chief Petty Officer American Flag Patch, and the Air Force Logo American Flag Patch. The Blackhawk American Flag Patch comes from one of the most respected American tactical gear manufacturers and is built to the same quality standards as Blackhawk's full plate carrier and holster line. For state pride and home-state identification, our state flag selection currently includes the Arizona Flag Patch, California Flag Patch, North Carolina Flag Patch, Oklahoma Flag Patch, Tennessee Flag Patch, Texas Flag Morale Patch, and Virginia Flag Patch — all embroidered in full color with Velcro backing.
For international flag collectors, NATO partners, and veterans of overseas deployments who want to display an allied flag, we carry the British Flag PVC Patch and Australian Flag PVC Patch in molded rubber construction (popular among Special Forces, contractor, and combined-operations veterans), plus the German Flag Morale Patch, Belgium Flag Morale Patch, and the Russian Federation Flag Patch. And for the merely entertaining, the Blackbeard Pirate Flag Patch displays the iconic skeleton-with-spear pirate flag of Edward Teach — the most recognizable Golden Age pirate banner in maritime history.
Flag patches are the foundation of most plate-carrier loadouts. For the broader cross-brand morale-patch catalog including blood type identifiers, military humor, and collectible designs, see our Morale Patches category. Keep Shooting carries extensive patch production from Mil-Spec Monkey and Maxpedition — the two dominant American morale-patch brands — plus budget- tier designs from Rothco.
Keep Shooting ships flag patches from our Pennsylvania warehouse with fast delivery, easy returns, and free shipping on orders over $49.95. Most flag patches in our catalog ship in protective packaging and are sized to standard military and tactical loop field dimensions, so they will drop straight onto your existing plate carrier, pack, hat, or jacket without modification. Whether you are building out a new plate carrier loadout, refreshing your tactical pack, gifting a veteran or first responder, or just want to show your colors, our flag patch catalog covers the most popular American, state, international, and historical flags in the morale patch market.
Frequently Asked Questions — Flag Patches
Keep Shooting carries a wide selection of Flag Patches products from trusted brands. Browse our catalog to see the full range, and use the filters on the left to narrow by brand, price, or product type.
Yes! All orders over $49.95 qualify for free shipping, including Flag Patches products. Orders typically ship within 1–2 business days.
Keep Shooting offers hassle-free returns on Flag Patches products. If you're not completely satisfied, contact our customer service team for a return authorization. All products must be in original, unused condition.
If you need help choosing the right Flag Patches product, our team is available to assist. Check individual product descriptions for detailed specifications, or contact us directly and we'll help you find the best fit for your needs.