Current flag adopted July 4, 1960 with 13 red-white stripes and 50 white stars. Bald Eagle adopted as national bird in 1782, symbolizing strength and freedom. Rose declared national flower in 1986, representing purity and innocence. Oak Tree chosen as national tree in 2004
The Union Jack was created in 1606 to unite England and Scotland's flags. The flag was initially used only for maritime purposes. King Charles I restricted its use to Royal Navy ships in 1634
The blue-black-white tricolour flag was first adopted by the Estonian Students' Society in 1884. The flag became the official national symbol of Estonia in 1918. The flag was officially recognized by the Estonian parliament in 1922
The Union Jack is the national flag of the United Kingdom. Created by King James I in 1606 to unite England and Scotland. Combines crosses from England, Scotland, and Ireland. Ireland was added in 1801 after joining the United Kingdom
Burgundian rule (1363-1477) established Belgian territories as economic and artistic centers. Southern provinces remained under Spanish rule until 1579. William I led Protestant rebellion against Spanish rule in 1579
Current flag adopted in 2001 by Alphonse Kirimobenecyo. Features blue, yellow, and green horizontal bands with golden sun. National motto: "Ubumwe, Umurimo, Gukunda Igihugu" (Unity, Work, Patriotism). Coat of arms includes tribal devices, sorghum stem, coffee tree branch