Fly For Freedom served as a recruitment poster designed on behalf of the Alliance to Restore the Republic by Sabine Wren, a Mandalorian artist. Originally, Wren's sole intention was to create it as a present for her friend and fellow rebel, Hera Syndulla, who was the primary pilot and lead of Phoenix Squadron. Nevertheless, Mon Mothma, the Alliance's founder, noticed the piece and deemed it an ideal depiction of the rebel fighter forces' capabilities. Subsequently, Mothma requested that Wren finalize the painting and incorporate an appeal, specifically the words "Fly For Freedom!" inscribed in High Galactic writing.