Flag of Virgin Islands - Design, Colors, Meaning, Symbolism

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The flag of the United States Virgin Islands features a simplified U.S. coat of arms with an eagle holding an olive branch and arrows.The letters “V” and “I” stand for Virgin Islands, symbolizing peace, strength, and ties to the United States.

The National Flag of Virgin Islands

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United States Virgin Islands Flag Facts

TerritoryUnited States Virgin Islands
CapitalCharlotte Amalie
Administering CountryUnited States of America
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
Official LanguageEnglish
ISO Country CodeVIR
Adopted On17 May 1921
Design ByTraditional adaptation of the Great Seal of the United States
Territorial Day31 March (Transfer Day)
AnthemVirgin Islands March
Flag Ratio10:19
ColorsWhite, Blue, Yellow
DesignWhite field featuring a simplified bald eagle holding a shield, olive branch, and three arrows, with the letters “V I” on either side
Center SymbolBald eagle with shield
Meaning of EagleConnection to the United States and federal authority
Meaning of Olive BranchPeace
Meaning of ArrowsStrength and readiness to defend
Symbolism of “V I”Abbreviation for Virgin Islands
Historical InfluenceReflects U.S. sovereignty following the transfer from Denmark in 1917
Unique FeatureFeatures the U.S. eagle holding symbols representing the territory
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