The symbol of Saint Andrew is an X-shaped cross, known as the saltire. It is commonly used as the flag of Scotland and represents the method of his martyrdom, which was crucifixion on an X-shaped cross.
The flag of Tenerife, one of the Canary Islands, and the flag of Scotland share a similar design because they both feature the Saint Andrew's Cross or Saltire, a diagonal cross. This design is thought to have been used in both flags due to historical and religious connections to Saint Andrew, who is the patron saint of Scotland and also has significant influence in parts of Spain, including the Canary Islands.
A saltire, Saint Andrew's Cross, or crux decussata (though it is never called the last in heraldry), is a heraldic symbol in the form of a diagonal cross or letter X. Saint Andrew is said to have been martyred on such a cross. It forms the national Flag of Scotland and Flag of Jamaica, and appears on many other flags, arms and seals. It is also used as a traffic sign.
The St. George's Cross is a symbol used in various contexts, including being the flag of England. It is named after Saint George, the patron saint of England. The symbol is also commonly associated with bravery, chivalry, and patriotism.
Scotland has a thistle, which is a national symbol. The rose is the symbol used by England.
Such a flag is called a national flag.
Saint Andrew, one of the twelve apostles, is traditionally believed to have been crucified on an X-shaped cross, known as a saltire. This cross is now known as the Saint Andrew's Cross and is used in the flag of Scotland.
The flag that was used as the basis of the design of Alabama's flag was the flag of Scotland. The design was the same with just a few modifications like the color.
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Scotland's flag is the saltire or St.Andrew's cross which is a white saltire against a blue background. People in Scotland can also fly the Union flag. The lion rampant is often used as a national flag but strictly speaking it is the Scottish Royal Standard.
The black flag has several uses. In 1831, the black flag was used as a protest symbol in the first Canut revolt. It was flown in the 1840s hunger riots. It is also used as a symbol anarchist.