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Flag of Morocco

Flag of Morocco
MA · 2:3

Official Palette

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Symbolism

Red is a historically significant color in Morocco, representing the Alaouite dynasty and the blood of ancestors. The green pentagram, the Seal of Solomon, represents the Five Pillars of Islam and the connection between God and the nation.

History

The solid red flag was used for centuries. The green pentagram was added in 1915 by Mulay Yusef to distinguish Morocco's flag from those of other red-flagged nations.

Construction

A 2:3 ratio. A red field with a green interlaced five-pointed star bordered in black, centered.

Country Specifications

Capital
Rabat
Population
37.9M
Languages
Arabic, Berber
Continent
Africa
Subregion
North Africa
Landlocked
No
ISO 3166-1
MA

Flag Identification

Adopted
November 17, 1915
Proportions
2:3 (≈0.67)
Total Colors
2
Key Symbols
Central emblem

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Sources

  • Kingdom of Morocco Official Web
  • Britannica