Flag of United Nations - Design, Colors, Meaning, Symbolism

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The flag of the United Nations features a light blue background with a white world map surrounded by olive branches.Blue symbolizes peace, while the map and branches represent global unity and international cooperation.

The National Flag of United Nations

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United Nations Flag Facts

OrganizationUnited Nations
HeadquartersNew York City, United States
Founded24 October 1945
Official LanguagesArabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish
AbbreviationUN
Adopted On7 December 1946
Design ByDonal McLaughlin
UN Day24 October (United Nations Day)
Flag Ratio2:3 (commonly used)
ColorsLight Blue, White
DesignWhite UN emblem featuring a world map surrounded by olive branches on a light blue field
Center SymbolWorld map with latitude and longitude lines encircled by olive branches
Meaning of Light BluePeace and neutrality
Meaning of WhitePurity, peace, and hope
Symbolism of Olive BranchesPeace and goodwill among nations
Symbolism of World MapGlobal unity and equal representation of all nations
Cultural InfluenceRepresents international cooperation, diplomacy, and collective security
Unique FeatureOne of the few flags representing a global organization rather than a nation
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