Flag and coat of arms of Saint Barthélemy
In today's world, Flag and coat of arms of Saint Barthélemy remains a topic of great importance and interest to a wide range of people. Whether we are talking about the importance of Flag and coat of arms of Saint Barthélemy in modern society, or the influence of Flag and coat of arms of Saint Barthélemy in our daily lives, there is no denying the impact it has on our lives. With the passage of time, Flag and coat of arms of Saint Barthélemy has evolved and acquired new dimensions, becoming a topic of debate and discussion in various areas. In this article, we will explore the different aspects of Flag and coat of arms of Saint Barthélemy and analyze its relevance in today's world.
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| Tricolore | |
| Use | National flag, civil and state ensign |
|---|---|
| Proportion | 2:3 |
| Adopted | 15 February 1794 |
.svg) Unofficial flag of Saint Barthelemy | |
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An unofficial flag of Saint Barthélemy consisting of the coat of arms of Saint Barthélemy centered on a white field is used on the island.[1][2][3] Officially, only the flag of France, of which Saint Barthélemy is a self-governing overseas collectivity, is flown in the territory.
Coat of arms
The coat of arms of Saint-Barthélemy is a shield divided into three horizontal stripes (parted per fess), three gold fleurs-de-lis on blue, above a white Maltese cross on red, over three gold crowns on blue, and "Ouanalao" is what the indigenous people called the island. On top of the shield is a mural crown.
The fleurs-de-lis, Maltese Cross, and gold crowns are heraldic reminders of the island's history as a colony ruled by first the Kingdom of France, then the Knights Hospitaller and in turn the Kingdom of Sweden. Eventually, the island returned to French rule.
On a white background, the arms serves as an unofficial flag for Saint Barthélemy.
References
- ^ "Archived copy". stbartsvilla.com. Archived from the original on 28 November 2010. Retrieved 30 June 2022.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) - ^ "Saint-Barthélemy (Overseas Collectivity, France)".
- ^ "Saint Barthélemy". worldstatesman.org. Retrieved 2023-10-03.
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