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A Chronicle of Flags: The Longest and Shortest in Use

Flags are more than just pieces of cloth; they represent a nation's identity and values to all, much like family photos do. Denmark's flag dates back to 1625, a very long time. Similar to the great-great-grandpa of flags, its history dates back to when horses were the primary mode of transportation. Then there are the UK, Nepal, and the Netherlands, whose flags are so ancient they resemble old books waving in the breeze.

A Chronicle of Flags: The Longest and Shortest in Use #Infographic

Does the flag colors and symbols have hidden meanings? Let’s find out

Every country has a unique flag to represent itself worldwide. These flags say a lot about the respective country and represent its core values. Most of the flags are rectangular in shape but, very few have other shapes as well. None of the shapes, symbols and colors is meaningless in every country’s flag, but what do these symbols and color actually mean?

The infographic below shares some highly informative knowledge regarding these flags. The flag of Nepal has two triangles that deliberately depicts Mount Everest’s peaks, whereas the bright red color represents Nepal’s national color as a sign of bravery.

Does the flag colors and symbols have hidden meanings? Let’s find out #infographic

The Starry Story
Stars are illustrated on many country’s flags. But the flag of America is winning fair and square when it comes to the nation that has the most stars on its flag. In fact, the 50 stars representing the total number of states in the USA is far ahead of the competition.

The second place goes to Brazil with 26 stars. The flag of Brazil also has a unique appearance with a green field and a natural star constellation in the middle.

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Flags of the World: The Stories Behind Them

Many people could tell you what the stars and stripes represent on the flag of the USA, or why the Canadian flag is emblazoned with a maple leaf. But most of these people could not be as confident in clarifying the reasons for the unusual shape of the Nepalese flag and would struggle to explain the reasons behind the curious presence of an AK-47 on the flag of Mozambique.

There is huge variety in the colours and designs of national flags, but there is much more to consider than first meets the eye. A flag is not simply designed to look good flying in the wind, but often symbolises the culture, history and ideals of a nation. Just The Flight has explored the stories behind some of the world’s most interesting and recognisable national flags in the fascinating infographic below.

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