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The flag with three lions is an English standard flag. This flag shows three lions which are entirely made up of gold, are looking forward and in walking position with foreleg raised.
The Montana state flag represents the early pioneer life during the Gold Rush and its beautiful scenery. The incongruously Spanish motto is "Oro Y Plata" (Gold and Silver).
This is what the flag looked like then. It changed sometime around the early 1500's
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In 1946, the design of the German flag was changed to the current tricolor of black, red, and gold, which replaced the previous flag used during the Nazi era.
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Richard I's flag, often associated with the King of England during the late 12th century, features a gold field with a red lion passant (walking) across it. This design, known as the "Lion of England," symbolizes bravery and strength. It is part of the broader heraldic tradition of the English monarchy and has influenced the royal coat of arms. Richard I is sometimes also associated with the use of a red and gold banner during his crusades.
The Eureka flag hung above the Eureka Stockade, as a symbol of rebellion against the authorities and their unfair treatment of the miners.
The colors of the German flag are black, red, and gold.
The gold tassel represents that the Flag has been honored with victory in battle or the flag has seen heroics in battle.
Michell-es flag
"Die schwarz rot gold"(the black red gold) is the common term used for this flag.