Flag of Poland - Design, Colors, Meaning, Symbolism

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The flag of Poland features two horizontal bands of white and red.It symbolizes peace, courage, and the nation’s long history of resilience.

The National Flag of Poland

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Poland Flag Facts

CountryPoland
CapitalWarsaw
CurrencyPolish Złoty (PLN)
Official LanguagePolish
ISO Country CodePOL
Adopted On1 August 1919
Design ByBased on traditional Polish heraldry
National Day11 November (Independence Day)
National SongMazurek Dąbrowskiego (National Anthem of Poland)
Flag Ratio5:8
ColorsWhite and Red
DesignHorizontal bicolor with white on the top and red on the bottom
Center SymbolNone (state flag variant includes the White Eagle coat of arms)
Meaning of WhitePeace, honesty, and the white eagle of Polish heraldry
Meaning of RedBravery, strength, and the blood shed for independence
Cultural InfluenceDerived from the Polish coat of arms and medieval heraldic traditions
Unique FeatureOne of the world’s simplest national flags with strong historical symbolism
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