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Flag of Algeria

Africa
46.3M
1962
Flag of Algeria
DZ | 2:3

Official Palette

Symbolism

Green represents Islam, and white represents purity. The red crescent and star are traditional symbols of Islam. Red also stands for the blood of those killed fighting for independence in the Algerian War.

History

Adopted on July 3, 1962, following independence from France. The design is based on the flag of the National Liberation Front (FLN), which led the independence movement against colonial rule.

Construction

A 2:3 ratio. A vertical bicolour of green and white with a red crescent and five-pointed star centered on the dividing line.

Color Meanings

green: Islam and the lush nature of the north
white: Purity and peace
red: The blood shed during the struggle for independence

Country Facts

Population
46.3M

3.0% of Africa

Capital
Algiers
Languages
Arabic
Continent
Africa
Subregion
North Africa
Landlocked
No
Borders
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ISO 3166-1
DZ

Flag Identification

Adopted
July 3, 1962
Proportions

2:3 (≈1.500)

23
Total Colors
3
Primary Layout
Vertical bands
Key Symbols
Crescent, Emblem, Stars

Influences

Flag of the National Liberation Front (FLN)

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Flag Protocol

  • The crescent and star must be red and centered on the dividing line
  • The green stripe must be on the hoist side

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