Fly the Annin Illinois State Flag in your home or workplace. In 1915, the Daughters of the American Revolution were instrumental in organizing a competition for the design of the state flag. Some of their members designed the winning flag bearing the state seal. The seal consists of an eagle standing on a rock with a red ribbon bearing the state motto in its mouth. A shield bearing the Stars and Stripes leans on the rock and a laurel wreath. US state flags measuring 3 ft. x 5 ft. can easily be seen. Our state flags have a time-tested quality, so you can count on them looking great over the years.