Why is the amusement park Six Flags called Six Flags?

Answer 1

Six Flags got it's name from the six countries or nations whose flags flew over Texas during the states colorful history. This also provided the six themed section' of Six Flags over Texas.The six countries are:The United StatesThe Confederate StatesThe Republic of TexasMexicoSpainFrance

Answer 2

The company's headquarters are located in Texas and took its name from its first property, Six Flags Over Texas, and the six flags that have flown over the state of Texas during its history, namely those of Spain, France, Mexico, The Republic of Texas, The Confederate States of America, and the United States of America.

N777: Also because it shows the most fun you can have is six flags,

Answer 3

The name refers to the flags of six different nations that have governed Texas: Spain, France, Mexico, the Republic of Texas, the United States of America, and the Confederate States of America. The original park was (and still is) split into separate regions, such as the Spain and Mexico section which featured Spanish-themed rides, attractions, and buildings.