Ben Squires

International Travel

10 hidden meanings in national flags

10 hidden meanings in national flags

National flags are symbols of pride and patriotism, and while you probably recognise the nations represented by the flags in this article we bet you’re not aware of what these designs actually symbolise. The little design choices often have deeper meanings.

To see the flags with hidden meanings, scroll through the gallery. 

As Flags Australia President Ralph Kelly told News.com.au, most symbols were well known to those whose country they represent, but in many cases the meanings of flags were often altered over, lost in translation or just get confused.

To see all the flags, and their hidden meanings, scroll through the gallery above. Were you aware of all these hidden meanings, or are they a surprise to you?

Let us know in the comments. 

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