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Flag of Tonga

Flag of Tonga
TO · 1:2

Symbolism

The red cross on the white canton represents the Christian faith. The white represents purity and the red field represents the blood of Christ shed during the Crucifixion.

History

Adopted on November 4, 1875. The constitution states that the flag shall never be altered.

Construction

A 1:2 ratio. A red field with a white square canton containing a red Coupe cross.

Country Specifications

Capital
Nuku'alofa
Population
100.2K
Languages
English, Tongan
Continent
Oceania
Subregion
Pacific
Landlocked
Island state
ISO 3166-1
TO

Flag Identification

Adopted
November 4, 1875
Proportions
1:2 (≈0.50)
Total Colors
2
Key Symbols
Canton, Central emblem

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Sources

  • Constitution of Tonga
  • Britannica