Flag of Haiti

North America

11.9M

1986

HT | 3:5

Official Palette

Symbolism

Blue and red were taken from the French tricolor (removing the white to symbolize the removal of colonial influence). The coat of arms features a palm tree topped by a Phrygian cap (liberty), surrounded by cannons, rifles, and flags, with the motto: 'L'Union Fait La Force' (Unity is Strength).

History

Adopted on February 25, 1986. The design was originally created in 1803 during the Haitian Revolution.

Construction

A 3:5 ratio. A horizontal bicolour of blue and red, with the national coat of arms on a white square centered.

Color Meanings

blue: The black population of Haiti

red: The mixed-race population of the nation

Country Facts

Population: 11.9M

2.0% of North America
Capital: Port-au-Prince
Languages: French, Haitian Creole
Continent: North America
Subregion: Caribbean
Landlocked: Island state
Borders: Dominican Republic
ISO 3166-1: HT

Flag Identification

Adopted: February 25, 1986
Designer: Jean-Jacques Dessalines
Proportions: 3:5 (≈1.667)
Total Colors: 4
Primary Layout: Horizontal bands
Key Symbols: Emblem, Plant, Weapon, Text

Influences

French Tricolor (white stripe removed)

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Flag Protocol

The coat of arms must be placed on a white square in the center
The motto 'L'Union Fait La Force' must be clearly visible

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