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National Emblems
Questions about emblems such as flags, coats-of-arms, or any other other national symbols such as animals or trees.
717 Questions
Why was the American robin picked for Michigan's state bird?
In 1931 there was an election held within the Michigan Audubon Club to select a state bird. The club chose the American robin because the bird is plentiful within the state.
What is the national flower of Peru?
The Quantu, also known as the Cantuta.
The National flower of Peru is the Qantu, Qantus, Qantuta. It is also one of the National flowers of Bolivia.
What capital has red green blue and yellow on one flag?
Do you mean countries? Namibia, Belize, Central African Republic, The Comoros, Dominica, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Mauritius, Portugal, The Seychelles, South Africa,
What are the meanings of the different parts of the Yukon coat of arms?
Yukon Coat of Arms: The blue and white wavy vertical stripes symbolize the Yukon River, while the twin red peaks represent the mountains and the gold circles stand for the mineral wealth of the territory. The red Cross of St. George honors the early British explorers and traders; the patterned circle centered on the cross represents fur trading. The crest is topped by a black and white malamute dog, which played an important role in the early history and development of the Yukon.
What leader worked to modernize turkey and Iran?
Mustafa Kemal Atatürk (indeterminate, 1881-10 November 1938) was a Turkish army officer, revolutionary statesman, writer, and founder of the Republic of Turkey as well as its first president. During his term he pressed hard to modernize the country.
Iran was modernized by Shah Reza Pahlavi and continued by his son Shah Mohamed Reza Pahlavi.
How many lions in national emblems?
there are four lions in the national emblem of india
there is one more just below the four main lions which face the four different directions
What are the national emblems of England?
The national floral emblem of England is a Rose.
The flag of England is a white rectangle with a red cross, the "Cross of St. George".
There is also the symbol of the 3 lions on a red background, originally used by Richard the Lionheart as his coat of arms, discontinued after the establishment of the United Kingdom. Variations of the 3-lion theme have been used throughout history, even on the uniforms of the English soccer (football) team. But the original coat of arms is no longer an official symbol in use today.
"The rose was adopted as England's emblem around the time of the War of the Roses - civil wars (1455-1485) between the royal house of Lancaster (whose emblem was a red rose) and the royal house of York (whose emblem was a white rose). King Richard III and the Yorkists were defeated at Bosworth on 22 August 1485 by the future Henry VII.
The two roses were combined to make the Tudor rose (a red rose with a white centre) by Henry VII when he married Elizabeth of York."
England's national flower is the rose.
What are the national colours of the United States?
The national colors of the U.S. are red, white, and blue.
What is the national animal of Ukraine?
This may be a trick question because Ukraine doesn't have a national animal symbol!
What is the national animal of GB?
The national animal(s) of Great Britain is the lion and the bulldog.
What is the national flower of UAE?
There is still no official flower for the United Arab Emirates, it has yet to be announced. Although Tribulus omanense is one contender. There are many other contenders such as the following:
Convolvulus deserti, Capparis cartilaginea,Farsetia aegyptiaca, Helichrysum somalense,Gymnarrhena micranthus, Echiochilon thesigeri, Salsola rubescens, Launaea spinosa and the Anvillea garcinii.
Why is rose the national flower of US?
In 1986, the US Congress passed an act declaring the Rose to be the "floral symbol" of the US. The following is a quote from President Regan at the signing of this act:
Americans have always loved the flowers with which God decorates our land. More often than any other flower, we hold the rose dear as the symbol of life and love and devotion, of beauty and eternity. For the love of man and woman, for the love of mankind and God, for the love of country, Americans who would speak the language of the heart do so with a rose.
What is the significance of the Irish sheep?
The Irish sheep, particularly breeds like the Irish Swaledale and the Galway, play a crucial role in Ireland's agricultural economy and cultural heritage. They are well-adapted to the country's diverse landscapes and are integral to traditional farming practices. Beyond their economic value, these sheep contribute to the maintenance of rural ecosystems and biodiversity, while also influencing Irish folklore and cuisine, as lamb and sheep products are staples in many local dishes. Overall, Irish sheep symbolize the connection between agriculture, culture, and the natural environment in Ireland.
What is the national flower of cayman?
The national flower of the Cayman Islands is the Black-eyed Susan (Thunbergia alata). This vibrant, climbing plant features bright yellow petals with a dark center, symbolizing the natural beauty of the islands. It thrives in the tropical climate of the Caymans and is commonly found in gardens and wild areas. The flower reflects the islands' rich biodiversity and cultural heritage.
