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Flag of Morocco

Africa
37.9M
1915
Flag of Morocco
MA | 2:3

Official Palette

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 by the ruling dynasties. The green pentagram was added in 1915 by Sultan 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 centered.

Color Meanings

red: Historically significant color of the Alaouite dynasty
green: The Five Pillars of Islam and the Seal of Solomon

Country Facts

Population
37.9M

2.5% of Africa

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

Flag Identification

Adopted
November 17, 1915
Proportions

2:3 (≈1.500)

23
Total Colors
2
Key Symbols
Emblem, Stars

Influences

Seal of Solomon
Islamic star symbolism

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Flag Protocol

  • The green pentagram must be perfectly centered
  • The star must be interlaced and bordered in black

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