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Singapore flag

Singapore Flag

Continent: Asia

Flag

Singapore flag

Key Facts

Aspect ratio
2:3
Adopted
September 3, 1959
Colors
#ff0000#ffffff

Story

The Singapore flag is a vibrant symbol of the nation's spirit! With its bright red and pure white colors, it represents the unity and equality of all Singaporeans. The crescent moon shows that Singapore is a young and growing nation, while the five stars remind everyone of the values of democracy and justice. Imagine how this flag waves proudly in the wind, telling the story of a diverse country that embraces its rich culture and history!

Symbolism

  • Red symbolizes universal brotherhood and equality
  • White represents purity and virtue
  • Crescent moon denotes a young nation rising
  • Five stars stand for democracy, peace, progress, justice, and equality

History

  1. 1959 - The flag is adopted when Singapore gains self-governance
  2. 1965 - The flag becomes the national flag after Singapore's independence
  3. 1970 - The flag is officially standardized