MORE NATIONAL FLAGS

MYANMAR (BURMA)

Although the country has changed its name twice, the flag has remained

the same. The blue symbolized peace and endurance, the red courage,

and the white honour. The cogwheel and ears of rice represent the

country’s agricultural industry and its workers.

UNITED STATES

Sometimes referred to as the “Stars and Stripes”, or “Old Glory”

the American flag features 13 stripes representing the original colonies

and 50 stars representing the states in the union.

FRANCE

Known as the “French Tricolore” it is based on a red, white, and

blue cockade that King Louis XVI wore while addressing a revolutionary

gathering in Paris.

GREECE

While the Greek flag has stayed largely the same, the shade of

blue has changed numerous times since the Greek Revolutionary War

against the Ottoman Turks.

SOUTH AFRICA

Although the colours have no official meaning the red, green, and

black are derived from Nelson Mandela’s political party, the African

National Congress, and the former Boer Republics. The Y shape is said

to reference the convergence of cultures in the nation.

ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

As one of the more unique country flags, this one was designed

by a high school art teacher. The sun signifies the dawning of a

new era after gaining its independence, the red represents the energy

of the people, and the blue signifies hope.

GHANA

Carrying on what Ethiopia started, Ghana’s flag features the Pan African

colours of red, yellow, and green. It takes things a step further, however,

with the colour black that is now often included in African flags to

symbolize the people and their freedom.

GERMANY

Although black, red, and gold have represented Germany since medieval

times, the current colours are said to represent the 19th century

volunteers who fought on behalf of the country in the Napoleonic Wars.