It's been modified a couple of times over the years but the flag of Montana (as we know it) was essentially born in 1905. But Montana became a state in 1889. What gives?
The history of Montana is a rich one. Both figuratively and literally. With some colorful characters helping shape the history of the state, one of the most influential was Marcus Daly.
If you've been driving around Bozeman lately and noticed small trees and American flags on top of many of the construction sites in the area, you may have wondered why.