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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
Is it OK to cut up an American flag to repair another?
The American flag is not to be repaired but replaced according to the US Flag Code - see link below .
What does the cross on the tongan flag mean?
The coming of Christianity to the islands. Most Tongans are devout Christians.
King George Tupou I ordered the cross on the Tongan flag symbolizing that he was "giving" Tonga to God. Thus the famous Tongan slogan, "Ko e 'Otua mo Tonga ko hoku Tofi'a." (God and Tonga are my inheritance. Tongans (most) since then have been devout Christians.
Which Olympics did Cathy freeman first wave the aboriginal flag in?
It was actually the Commonwealth Games Cathy waved the aboriginal flag in her victory lap. It was the 1994 Games!
Where is the Nigerian flag in action all-stars?
its at the sports field at the top, but its really small so look out for it.
What is the Purpose of a flag?
The flag is a symbol of the nation. It represents the purpose and resolve of the nation and was first expressed by our Founding Fathers who founded the new nation. The flag represents the history and future of our country. There is an excellent article on Wiki dealing with the flag. You can also read more about the flag at http://www.usflag.org/uscode36.html
What does uzbekistan's flag represent?
The State flag of the Republic of Uzbekistan was approved at the Seventh Extraordinary Session of the Supreme Council of the Republic of Uzbekistan, on November, 18, 1991. The State flag and its symbols portray the historical links with states which have existed in the past within the borders of modern Uzbekistan and embodies in itself the national and cultural traditions of the republic.
- The color blue on the flag is a symbol of the eternal sky and life-giving water, which reflect the essence of life. In symbolic language it represents goodness, wisdom, honesty, glory and loyalty. Consequently, the color of Amir Temur's state flag was also blue.
- The color white on the flag, symbolizing holy peace, harmonizes with the illumination of the day and the sources of light in the universe. The color white is a symbol of purity, transparency, innocence, the cleanliness of desires and dreams, and a striving for inner beauty.
- The color green is a symbol of the renewal of nature. In quite a few nations, it is considered to be a symbol of youth, hope and joy.
- The red stripes are tributaries of the power of life that flows in our bodies.
- The depiction of a youthful crescent moon is connected with our historical traditions. At the same time it is a symbol of the independence which we have obtained.
- Stars are considered a spiritual, divine symbol for all nations. The 12 stars depicted on the state flag of the Republic of Uzbekistan are also directly connected with our historical traditions, with the ancient calendar-cycle of the sun. Our attention to the 12 stars is also explained by the development of astronomy in the scientific thought of the ancient states within the borders of Uzbekistan. It is necessary to understand the depiction of 12 stars on our state flag as a symbol of the antiquity of the culture of the Uzbek people, its maturity and the striving for happiness in its land.
What side do Gangster Two Six wear their flag?
The Gangster Two Six Nation, is a gang under the Folk Nation, which means they wear their flag to the right, because ALL Folk Nation gangs wear their flag to the right.
What did the colors of the Italian flag represent in 1920?
Italy was a kingdom from 1861 to 1946 and its flag had:
- the coat of arms of the royal family in the foreground,
- three colors (green, white and red) in the background. Green represented the military, while white and red represented liberty.
What do the colors stand for on Iran's flag stand for?
Green stands for Islam. White stands for Peace. Red stands for Courage. The emblem in the middle is a stylized representation of the word Allah in the shape of a tulip.
What do the colors of us flag mean?
White for Purity
Blue for Justice and Preservance
Red for the blood of the patriots
What does the montana flag represent?
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).
Why do politicans wear flag pins?
First of all, it's a tradition. I'm not exactly sure when it started but politicians, most recently the presidents have worn the pins to show patriotism and American pride. They probably do it because they want to show love for the United States, or they want to seem more patriotic to gain votes. I mean, I'm not a politician and I almost always wear an American flag pin on my lapel when I wear I suit.
How many strips are on the US flag?
The US flag has 13 stripes to represent the original 13 colonies.
Why is the french flag red white and blue?
Blue and red were the colours of the town of Paris (the colours were meant to honour the two patrons saints of the town, Saint-Denis and Saint-Martin). The emblem of the town is still blue and red today. White was the colour of the monarchy, especially for the last kings before the revolution. At the beginning of the revolution, the king Louis XVI visited the city hall and in a gesture towards the populace, he took the blue and red cocard and put it on his hat next to the white one. The associated colours were chosen by the revolutionaries to create the French flag, officially adopted in 1974.
What is the alternative name for the jolly roger flag?
Either skull and cross bones or the pirate flag.
What does a 6 pointed star represent in the bible?
if you are refering to the cross the upright and upside down triangles, that is a star of david-the symbol of judism, it most likekly appears in the bible because the israelites were jewish. it symbolizes the good works of man (upright triangle) and the sisns of man (upside down triangle) i am not 100% because i am not jewish, but i think so
