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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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What does green colour represent in Pakistan flag?
The dark green and white colors indicate prosperity and peace ( also green is the traditional color of Islam) The crescent symbolizes continuous process. The 5-rayed star means light and wisdom. Besides, the crescent and star is the global Islamic mar-such as Turkey's flag.
When was the Brazilian flag adopted?
The modern flag was officially adopted on November 19, 1889.
It was adopted on may 11, 1992 it was an adaptation of an earlier Brazilian flag from November 15, 1889
What does a white cross flag with white background represent?
Original flag of Britany (celtic part of France) since middle age.
source : end of page http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gwenn-ha-du
The White Cross ( Army Colonel's Regimental Flag or Drapeau Blanc)consisted of the white Bourbon cross sewed onto a squared 1.8 meter white flag. It was the Colonel's personal standard to show authority of the king and to mark his place in camp or battle. At any distance it could appear as just a one piece white banner and may be mistakenly described as such by some. The Colonel's flag was made of silk (ii)(iii)(iv). The Marine companies would not have this flag since their officer was of army captains equivalent rank. Source: http://www.geocities.com/brigman2000/flags2.html
What do the colors stand for on Saudi Arabia's flag stand for?
The Arabic writing on top of the sword says: "There is no god but Allah and Muhammad is his Prophet"
Green is the traditional color of Islam.
I'm not Arabian, this is just what it means.
The red colour refers to the period before the 1952 Revolution which brought a group of army officers to power after deposing King Farouk, then King of Egypt. This was a period characterized by the struggle against the British occupation of the country. The white symbolizes the advent of the 1952 Revolution which ended the monarchy without bloodshed. The color black symbolizes the end of the opression of the Egyptian people at the hands of the Monarchy and British colonialism.*
Is a flagpole 8m or 8km in length?
8m, considering the distance a car travels can be calculated in km/h.
What number star was Michigan on the US flag?
The 26th star, since Michigan became the 26th State of the Union on January 26, 1837.
What year was the Paraguay flag made?
The paraguay Flag was made on the 25th day of november, in 1842.
What did the Italian flag look like in the middle ages?
There wasn't an "Italian" flag in the middle ages. There wasn't an country of Italy. Italy was made up of city/states that were controlled by strong men in those regions. It was a patchwork of holdings. This continues through the Renaissance.
Why Indian national flag is lowered after sunset?
As a form of respect to protect it and care for it .it's lowered also in bad climatic conditions
What was the bear flag republic?
California was the Bear Flag Republic from June 14 to July 9, 1846. Twenty four men raise the Bear Flag at Sonoma, talking control of California from the Mexicans.
Did the colors of the US flag have meaning when it was first created?
No. Those colors were already traditional for flags.
The colors of the American flag were taken from the colours of the Great Seal of the United States. The colors were the same as the British flag and were chosen simply because they were traditional flag colors.
The symbolic meanings for the particular colors (to match the symbolism on the flag) were suggested at a later date, based on the same sort of rationales used in European coats-of-arms.
How many stars are on the flag of Ellis Island?
If I remember correctly, Ellis Island did not have it's own flag. I'm pretty sure it had the American Flag on it. So there would be 50 stars on it.
Which flag has st george st andrew and st patrick represented on it?
The Union Jack.
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/9c/Flags_of_the_Union_Jack-fr.png
What colour is the circle in the middle of the Japanese national flag?
The centre circle on a Japanese flag - is Red.
What is is the collective noun for flags?
The collective nouns are:
- a bundle of sticks
- a display of flags
Can the flag be used as a table cloth but only on the forth of July?
The American flag may never be used as a table cloth. The law on this subject is found at Title 4 of the United States Code, Section 8, "Respect for the Flag". Subsection (e) states: "The flag should never be fastened, displayed, used or stored in such a manner as to permit it to be easily torn, soiled or damaged in any way." The obviousness of the probability of the flag being soiled when used as a tablecloth need not be mentioned; however I will mention it anyway.
What does the colors on the montserrat's flag mean?
The dark blue Blue - Represents vigilance, loyalty, perseverance & justice which was trigger of depressive emotions by slaves leading them into learning the languages they know.
The light blue- Represents the serene beaches.
The red- for the blood that was shed and the authority of the law, amongst Montserratian(s), Note**This you may observe see from the "badge" or "shield" emblem on the flag which represents "roots".
The white- stands for peace, streams- & clouds and the protecting of their brotherly tribesmen located in the Shamrock of the lesser and also those Greater Antilles.
The green- Represents the Mountains, Forest, Flora, Fauna and agriculture
The Shield emblem on the Montserrat flag depicts a woman standing beside a yellow harp with her arm around a black cross.(meaning very religious women)
The Yellow- Represents the flowers, Mountainous fauna and friendliness to all visitors
The brown- Represents Connection to an Empire (known as the poor man empire) shared with China, Germany, France and Finland, Hungary, Mongolia, Ethiopia, Poland, Russia, Congo, Nigeria, Armenia, Tunisians, Zimbabwe and many more African countries … to numerous to mention
The cross-stands for religions on the island (see religions below)
The shield represents roots in under the flags, which owned the island at some point in where languages were learned and passed down through generations. This includes British English, French, and a English dialect, French Kwéyol.
Harp stand for the Musicplayed by the natives. Montserrat is populated by Arawak and Carib natives family to the Taíno and Cíbønéy(Ciboney).
The emblem of Montserrat is the shamrock, in honour of its earliest European settlers, who were of Catholic-Irish sent by Government of a United Kingdom.
The X on the flag stands for British pirates that landed on the island through time often befriending the native islanders and slaves..
The upper left quarter of the flag, hoist side, is called the Canton and pictures the British Union Jack found on many of the flag around the globe. Reason for Union jack flag setup, for health issues (no sicknesses such as autism and no wars)and to keep calmness between all nations. However, immigration issue were not enforced which led to the current wars in Iraq today, brother fighting brother simply due to misunderstandings or lack of knowledge.
Ethnic groups: Black, White, Mulatto, Creole. The island's population is mainly a mix of British, Irish and Africans with other minorities.
Religions: Anglican, Methodist, Roman Catholic, Pentecostal, Presbyterians, Lutherans, Baptist, Seventh-day Adventist, other Christian denominations
Montserrat is still occupied by indigenous the natives
Protecting the Beaches, Trees, Rain-forests and indigenous animal including frogs, bees, butterflies, bats as well as flora, fauna and mountainous terrain to name a few for tourism… is a primary concern of Montserratians. This is their home. They believe Trees Clean Polluted Air. Plant a tree today. Trees are the foundation of life. Don't cut the trees down.
Languages spoken on the island: British English, French, and a English dialect, French Kwéyol.
Why was there a second flag rasing?
A second flag was raised on Iwo Jima because the original flag was not very large. Lt Colonel Johnson wanted a flag large enough to be seen by the seamen on the ships around Iwo Jima. The photo of the flag raising on Iwo Jima was taken as the flags were exchanged.
