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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.
6,955 Questions
What was the origin of the immigrants in the thirteen colonies?
The "immigrants" or colonists originally came from Spain to St. Augustine, Florida. Which, at the time was not one of the "Thirteen Colonies" and did not become one for awhile. The first place the colonists arrived was Plymouth Massachusetts.
The olympic flag was first flown at the games in which country?
The Official Olympic Flag
Created by Pierre de Coubertin in 1914, the Olympic flag contains five interconnected rings on a white background. The five rings symbolize the five significant continents and are interconnected to symbolize the friendship to be gained from these international competitions. The rings, from left to right, are blue, yellow, black, green, and red. The colors were chosen because at least one of them appeared on the flag of every country in the world. The Olympic flag was first flown during the 1920 Olympic Games. The Olympic Motto
In 1921, Pierre de Coubertin, founder of the modern Olympic Games, borrowed a Latin phrase from his friend, Father Henri Didon, for the Olympic motto: Citius, Altius, Fortius ("Swifter, Higher, Stronger").
What does the yellow in the Vietnamese flag mean?
The yellow means "bone of those who sacrified their lives in war"
What is the meaning of placing rounds of ammo in the folded flag at a military funeral?
It is not a common or accepted practice. but the brass from rifle salutes
was often collected and saved in that manner.
While not regulation it is tradition in many units, especially Army and Marine Corps combat units, that three highly polished brass cases (taken from live ammo, not the blanks fired by the salute), is folded into the flag by the burial detail.
What does the Flag of the United States Marine Corps represent?
The flag of the United States Marine Corps represents freedom and bravery. A dedicated agent will be happy to help you find more information on their official website.
What does the symbol on the Russian flag mean?
The Russian flag has no symbol superimposed on it.
Previously, the flag of the USSR had the symbol of the Sickle and Hammer, which represented their communist laborer ideals.
Go to Google Image search and type "Greek flag"
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What do the 3 colors on the US flag stand for?
Red - Hardiness and valor
White - Purity and innocence
Blue - Vigilance, perseverance, and justice
Red- Hardiness and valor
- Red represents the blood spilled protecting our home.
- Red: Signifies valor and bravery.
- Red is for the blood of the patriots and those that fight for our country.
- Some say it represents the blood of American patriots.
- Purity and innocence
- Courage
- Blue signifies vigilance, perseverance, and justice
- Blue is for justice, freedom, and perseverance.
The red means the blood fought for victory, It may also mean freedom. The stripes represent the 13 original colonies, the stars represent the 50 states, and the white means freedom or courage.
What US flag has a white bison on a blue field?
Wyoming's flag has an American Bison in the center (as the state's nickname is the "Buffalo State"). The white bison is charged in a field of blue; the boarder of the flag is white and red.
What do red license plates in Ontario mean?
Political types. Ambassadors, Foreign Ministers and such.
Would I be politically correct in saying that they are politically
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Is flag day an illegal holiday?
Flag Day is observed nationwide but only the state of Pennsylvania recognizes it as a legal holiday.
How did Offaly get the tricolour flag?
The Offaly colours are frequently mistaken for being like the Irish flag, which they aren't. There are two key differences. One is that the colour gold and not orange is included. The gold lion symbolises the Úi Failghe, the Laiginian people after whom the county is named. This is where the gold comes from. The other main difference between the tricolour and Offaly's colours is that Offaly colours are meant to be arranged horizontally and not vertically.
How is an old National flag disposed off?
when the current flag is really old and battered, its taken down and burned. then put in the box and buried in a special place in the country
What does the crimson and gold colors on the US Marine flag stand for?
The crimson signifies the blood that has been shed.
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What does a gale warning flag look like?
A gale warning flag looks like two red triangle flags. One red flag is placed above the other red triangle flag.
Why does one should never hold a lighted match near an open storage battery?
A liquid battery (like older automobile batterys) contain acids which produce hygrogen gas that is explosive.
In the state of Washington the website said stay 200 feet away
What is the order of the Olympic Rings?
From left to right:
Top: blue, black, red
Bottom: yellow, green
What are the seven colored flags used in auto racing?
There are more than 7 depending on which series you are speaking of. Follow the link below, it explains the flags used.
