Flag of Ireland - Design, Colors, Meaning, Symbolism

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The flag of Ireland features three vertical bands of green, white, and orange.It symbolizes peace and unity between different traditions and communities in Ireland.

The National Flag of Ireland

Flag of Ireland
About Image - The National flag of the Ireland.

Ireland Flag Facts

CountryIreland
CapitalDublin
CurrencyEuro (EUR)
Official LanguageIrish and English
ISO Country CodeIRL
Adopted On29 December 1937
Design ByThomas Francis Meagher
National Day17 March (St Patrick’s Day)
National SongAmhrán na bhFiann (National Anthem)
Flag Ratio1:2
ColorsGreen, White, and Orange
DesignVertical tricolor of green (hoist), white (center), and orange (fly)
Center SymbolNone
Meaning of GreenThe Gaelic tradition and Irish nationalism
Meaning of WhitePeace and unity between communities
Meaning of OrangeThe Protestant community and supporters of William of Orange
Cultural InfluenceSymbol of reconciliation following historical conflict
Unique FeatureThe white stripe symbolizes lasting peace between green and orange traditions
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