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Flags
The histories, meanings, and descriptions of the flags of the Countries of the World and the etiquette of using them.
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How do you fold a Japanese flag?
Few countries have a proper way to fold a flag. However, Japan is one of the exceptions.
Turn the flag parallel to the ground and fold length wise. Repeat.
Turn Flag parallel to the ground and fold width wise into thirds.
Roll the flag tightly (Tie it if possible, or if displaying.)
To carry you carry as if it were a sword handle, in both hands at waist level vertically. (so long as it's not enormous or tiny)
Like the United States, there isn't a law that makes this official, it is however the common way to do it.
What does the California state bear stand for on the California state flag?
grizzly bears were often found in california in the 20s. today, we rarely see some!
Who hoists the flag on Republic Day at Red Fort in Delhi India?
The President hoists the flag on Republic Day whereas the Prime Minister unfurls it on Independence Day. The first-mentioned event occurs every January 26th at Rajpath, New Delhi, India, to commemorate the Constitution of 1950 whereas the second takes place every August 15th at Red Fort, Delhi, India to honor independence in 1947.
What do the colors of Liechtenstein flag symbolize?
The three colours that make up the Luxembourg flag consist of red, white, and blue. These colours each stand for a part in luxembourgs rich history. The red stands for a lion, and the blue and white stand for the lions field.
Why do you think the Mexican flag has an eaglea cactus and a snake?
The reason for this is that in legend, the Aztecs, who were the last ancient civilization of Mexico, were told by their gods and or goddesses to leave the spot where they were. They were told that when they see an eagle with a snake in its mouth land on a cactus on an island in a lake, that is where they should set up their new home. That place is now Mexico City. The picture on the flag represents this story.
Who has authority to order American flags flown half staff?
Only the President or a state Governor can order when and for how long the American flag is to be flown at half-staff on government property.
What does each color of the German flag represent?
Obviously, there are also plenty of fanciful, pseudo-poetic ideas about the colors.
The colors on the German flag are black, red and yellow. They can be traced back to the medieval banner of the Holy Roman Emperor from about 1402-1806. The three equal bands of red, black and gold consisted of a black double-headed eagle with red claws on a bright golden ground. The golden background is associated with the myth that the eagle can stare at the sun
In 1813 the black-red-gold flag was adopted by some young German nationalists in Luetzow's Freikorps fighting against Napoleon . It became the flag of (liberal) German nationalism of 1815-49 and was widely used by the revolutionaries of 1848-49.
The flag of the first German Republic, the Weimar Republic of 1919-1933, was black-red-gold, but conservatives didn't accept it as the true German flag. They demanded the 1871 black-white-red flag - which the Nazis reinstated in a modified form in 1933.
Other descriptions describe the meaning of the colors as Black for determination, Red for hardiness, valor, strength and bravery, and Yellow for generosity.
These colors are derived from the similar colors of the Imperial coat of arms of the Holy Roman Empire.
What are the colours of the jamaican flag?
the colors on the jamaican flag are actually green, black and gold
What do the colors on the Austrian flag stand for?
The Flag is split into thirds a red and a white and a red third. The red means the blood that was spilled in the ...... war! and the white means the peace between the split of blood! Thanks
Did the Denmark flag change during 1940-2000?
No, The flag of Denmark is one of the oldest, if not the oldest flag in the world. First used in 1219 and officially comfirmed and approved in 1625.
Why are the diagonal stripes of the Union flag of UK offset?
On the side next to the flagpole, (the hoist side), the thick white band is above the red band on both diagonals, the white band being part of the cross of St Andrew, the Scottish flag and the red band being part of the cross of St Patrick, the Irish flag.
The cross of St Andrew is above that of St Patrick at the hoist because the cross was added to the flag before St Patrick's cross, therefore the cross of St Andrew is entitled to the higher position
On the side that flutters free, the fly side, this is reversed, with the Irish flag being above the Scottish flag.
What is the cost of red stripe beer in Jamaica?
On the beach on 3-21-12 a bucket of 6 bottles of beer was $8.00, on the cruise ship it was $24.00 for a bucket of 4 beers!
What does a red flag mean on the beach?
Beach lifeguards use flags to indicate the relative safety of the ocean, from green (least dangerous) to red (most dangerous), with blue or purple flags warning of potentially dangerous animals nearby. A single red flag usually indicates that the water is hazardous, and swimming is discouraged but still technically allowed. Unless you're a very strong swimmer, it's wise to stay out of the water when there's a red flag. Two red flags means no swimming is allowed, signifying the highest danger level.
What do the colors represent on the Angola flag?
The red in the flag represents the blood shed by Angolans during oppression, the national liberation struggle and the defense of the country. The black represents the Continent of Africa. The emblem's cogwheel represents the laborers, and industrial production, and the machete represents peasants, agricultural production and the country's armed struggle. The star symbolizes international solidarity and progress while the color yellow represents the wealth of Angola.
What is the current flag for Vietnam?
un less im talking about the south Vietnam flag that would be the north Vietnam flag and im vietnamess the north flag looks Ike that but the south flag is yellow with 3 red stripes now id be right
Why do the stars go to the left when hanging the American flag?
I think its for the southern cross, a way the stars line up it creates a cross. It can be located only in the southern hemisphere.
Who made the Massachusetts state flag?
On a white field is a blue shield emblazoned with the image of a Native American, Massachuset. He hasa bow in one hand and an arrow in the other. The arrow is pointing downward representing peace. The white star represents Massachusetts as one of the original thirteen states. Around the shield is a blue ribbon with the motto: " By the Sword We Seek Peace, but Peace Only Under Liberty". Above the shield is a arm and sword, representing the first part of the motto.
What does the flag of holland look like?
They are the same country!!!!!!!!!
Other view:
They kind of are, but not fully. Holland is mostly meant for two provinces in the Netherlands (North-Holland and South-Holland) some people who don't live in one of these provinces don't like people to call the Netherlands Holland. Personally, I'm living in South-Holland and I sometimes use The Netherlands and other times Holland. Most people know what I mean and Holland is just easier to say.
Oh, and with most football things it says 'Holland' not the Netherlands.
Edit:I have to disagree with Saskia a little, I am from the eastern part of the Netherlands, or Holland whatever suits you best ;) I also use mainly Holland when I talk to foreign people (especially Germans), because this is what they use most often.
I think most foreigners use Holland instead of The Netherlands, there is an explanation for this, I'll try to keep it short:
Before 1814 (When The Kingdom of the Netherlands was grounded) most dutch people who went abroad were sailors from Holland, the western part of nowadays Netherlands, which are now called North and South-Holland. Therefor those people called themselves Hollanders from Holland, since foreigners mainly met sailors from Holland, they believed everybody from this area is living in Holland.
I think you can compare it a little with former Sovjet countries nowadays, a lot of people living in Kazachstan, Ukraine, Belarus, Estonia are still seen as Russians by foreigners. When your neighbour would be from 1 of those countries, a lot of people in your neighbourhood would know him as the guy from Russia.
Why did Alaska choose the big Dipper for their flag?
The Big Dipper is a pattern of stars (asterism) that is easily located when viewing the night sky. The seven brightest stars in Ursa Major and form the hind quarter and tail of the symbolic Great Bear which has long been a Native American symbol for Alaska.
What does the red strip mean on the Luxembourg flag?
The red trip on the flag symbolizes something about orange i think his name was king orange but anyway it had to do with orange so when the flag was made it was orange but because of the orange constantly fadeing to look more red than orange thay made the orange part red.
What does the flag of Italy look like?
the flag of Italy is split into three colors the left side is green the middle is white and the right side is red
What does the yellow stripe in the Curacao flag stand for?
the shiny and beautiful sun that colombia have...
