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Vietnam flag

Vietnam Flag

Continent: Asia

Flag

Vietnam flag

Key Facts

Aspect ratio
2:3
Adopted
November 30, 1955
Colors
#c8102e#ffd700#ffffff

Patterns

Symbols

Story

The flag of Vietnam is a vibrant red with a bright yellow star shining in the center. The red color stands for the bravery and sacrifices of the Vietnamese people in their fight for freedom, while the yellow star symbolizes hope and unity among the nation's diverse groups. Imagine a land filled with lush green rice paddies and bustling cities, where the spirit of resilience shines as brightly as the star on the flag. This flag tells the story of a country that has overcome great challenges and continues to grow and thrive, just like the beautiful lotus flower that blooms in its waters.

Symbolism

  • red represents the bloodshed in the struggle for independence
  • yellow star symbolizes the unity of the people
  • the five points of the star represent the workers, peasants, soldiers, intellectuals, and youth

History

  1. Flag adopted on November 30, 1955
  2. The design was influenced by the communist movement
  3. The flag has undergone several changes since the 1945 revolution