Flag of Sierra Leone

SL · 2:3

Symbolism

Green represents agriculture and the mountains, white represents justice and unity, and blue represents the harbor of Freetown and the Atlantic Ocean.

History

Adopted on April 27, 1961, the day of independence. Designed by the College of Arms.

Construction

A 2:3 ratio. A horizontal tricolor of green, white, and blue.

Country Specifications

Capital: Freetown
Population: 9.1M

0.6% of Africa
Languages: English
Continent: Africa
Subregion: West Africa
Landlocked: No
Borders: Guinea Liberia
ISO 3166-1: SL

Flag Identification

Adopted: April 27, 1961
Proportions: 2:3 (≈0.67)
Total Colors: 3
Primary Layout: Horizontal bands

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