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about the History and origins of flags! The serious
information together with fun facts about the subject of
flags. Flags identify countries, organisations and
even allegiances - just think about the Pirate Flag - The
Skull and Crossbones! Discover the meanings of Red, Blue, White,
Black, Yellow and Green colors on World Flags!
Facts about
the Terminology
The design and description uses specific flag terminology
based on Heraldic principles
Facts about
the Terminology - the Hoist!
Hoist - The hoist describes the edge of the flag
nearest the flagpole The Hoist can also refer to the
height of a flag whilst flying
Terminology - The Fly
Fly - The Fly describes the edge opposite
the hoist end, furthest from the flagpole
Terminology - The Canton
Canton - The Canton is found
in the upper left-hand corner
Terminology - The Field
The Field - The Field is the background colour of
the flag
Picture
illustrating the Terminology of Vexillology
The Hoist, the Fly and the Canton
Fast Facts about Flags
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Flags! More interesting information about Flags ...
The Study of the
Flags is called Vexillology
If you enjoy the
Study of the Flags (Vexillology) you would be described as a
Vexillologist!
The definition of
Flags - an emblem usually consisting of a rectangular piece of
cloth of distinctive design
The
objectives - National, or other allegiances, are as
symbolized by flags
Flags have been
used for signalling people at a distance. This form of
communication was used by the Romans!
Fact about
communication - Used as a flag symbol code in
semaphore. They were widely used in the Navy
The
origin and meaning of Flags - The word "flag" is derived from
the old Saxon word "fflaken" which means to fly or to float in
the air
Flagships - A
Ship carrying the flag of an admiral is called a flagship
A Flag is often
linked to the History of a Nation
The strict rules
of Heraldry are still used when designing an emblem and
creating flags of today
The origins and
meanings of colors on the National Flags of the World are
detailed below:
Facts about
the Colors of
a Flag What do the colors of
symbolise?
White color - symbol of peace
and honesty
Red Flags - hardiness, bravery,
strength & valour
Blue color facts - symbolise
vigilance, truth and loyalty, perseverance & justice
Green color fasct - hope, joy and
love and in many cultures have a sacred significance
Black color - determination and
often reflects the ethnic heritage of the people
Facts about Yellow facts - a symbol
of generosity
Fast Facts
about the Colors of Flags
Following the
customs of Ancient Heraldic traditions much symbolism is
associated with the colors of flags - see the next section for
more information about the facts about the history
The dominant
colors convey the required attributes of the
different Flag of the World
Red, Blue, White,
Black, Yellow and Green colors on World Flags all hold a
significance to the Country of the World that it represents -
understanding the significance about the colors of flags is
important
Timeline and Facts about the History of Flags
The use of flying
flags as a form of communication, grew from the requirements
of ancient battlefields
Uniforms were not
worn in bygone days so shields were painted with emblems to
identify Friend or Foe
Warriors also
needed to know where their leaders were so the custom of
carrying a pole was adopted and the idea of flags was born
An emblem such as
a shield or religious device was attached to the pole for
identification
The emblems were
also used for identity and to cover suits of armour - Coats of
Arms were born!
Emblems were
therefore the forerunners of the modern flag
The Romans were
the first to use a cloth flag
The first Roman
flag was square and fastened to cross bars at the end of
spears
The idea of
fastening a flag to the side of a pole soon followed -
Fascinating info about the history
History of
the Flag - Heraldry
The strict rules
of Heraldry are still used when designing an emblem and
creating a flag of today in all corners of the World
The full
development of heraldry, in about 1200, brought sophisticated
design of the flag, some of which included a Coat of Arms
"Heraldry" derives
from the time of knights entering jousting tournaments, which
were always started with a herald sounding a trumpet!
The official
description of a Coat of Arms is called the 'blazon of arms'
Facts
about Flags
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identify countries and attributes as illustrated in the meanings of Red, Blue, White,
Black, Yellow and Green colors on World Flags! The origin and
meanings of
the history of World flags is fascinating!
