A combination of information regarding the Flags, History and Geography of Nations provides a fast snapshot of the evolution of each country - a unique overview of the Flags & Nations of the World
In just a short period of time this concise information with specific facts and pictures will improve your overall understanding of the great countries and flags of the World
This useful and unique Educational Resource may accessed below from the Flags & Nations of the World Alphabetical Index - the Flags, History and Geography of each of the Nations!
You can go "Around the World in 80 minutes!" gaining an understanding of all the Flags and Nations
Fly, Hoist and Canton with the flags description & ratio - the Study of the Flags - Vexillology
The design & description using the terminology of Flags based on Heraldic principles
Nations and Flags of the World
Locations of Nations:
The locations of the different World Nations and Countries
Interesting Facts and Information about National Flags of the World Each Country is described under the following headings - an informative addition to the information provided about the National Flags of the World - Land Size, Climate / Weather, Population, , Capital City, GDP, Main Industries, Currency and Agricultural products. The locations of the different World Nations and Countries. Check out the Geography and the History of every Country. Lots of Interesting Facts.
The History of Flags: Facts, Information and Pictures
The idea of flying flags grew from the requirements of ancient warfare and the battlefield
Shields were painted with emblems to identify Friend or Foe
Warriors needed to know where their leaders were - the custom of carrying a pole was adopted - the idea of flags was born!
An emblem such as a shield, animal or religious device was attached to the pole for identification
The emblems were also used for identity and to cover suits of armour - Coats of Arms were born!
Emblems were the forerunners of modern flags
The Romans were the first to use cloth flags - they were square and fastened to cross bars at the end of spears - the idea of fastening flags to the side of a pole soon followed
The word "flag" is derived from the old Saxon word "fflaken" which means to fly or to float in the air
The strict rules of Heraldry are still used when designing an emblem and creating flags of today
Flags are clearly linked to the history of a Nation - every page in this site therefore provides an historical overview of the Nation plus information relating to the Geography of the country
Clear, concise and quick information - enabling our visitors to go "Around the World in 80 minutes!"
The Colors of Flags: Facts, Information and Pictures
According to Ancient and Heraldic traditions much symbolism is associated with colors. The full development of heraldry in about 1200AD also brought sophisticated design of flags, some of which includes a Coat of Arms. The colors on the National Flags of the World represent the following:
Yellow Flags - a symbol of generosity
White Flags - peace and honesty
Red Flags- hardiness, bravery, strength & valour
Blue Flags - vigilance, truth and loyalty, perseverance & justice
Green Flags - hope, joy and love and in many cultures have a sacred significance
Black Flags - determination and often reflects the ethnic heritage of the people
Flags History - Heraldry - What is a Coat of Arms? Facts, Information and Pictures
The word "Heraldry" derives from brave knights entering tournaments which were always started with a herald sounding a trumpet. The knights were distinguished by their coats of arms
A Coat of Arms was a mark of social status reflecting the heritage and ancestry of the bearer
A Coat of Arms consists of several elements including the shield, the mantling, the wreath , helm, the motto and the crest
The official description of a Coat of Arms is called the 'blazon of arms'
It is usually a beast of some kind which is depicted on top the helmet placed above the shield
Flags History - Heraldry - What is a Crest? Facts, Information and Pictures
A crest is a component of a coat of arms
It is usually a beast of some kind which is depicted on top the helmet placed above the shield
Some armigers , a person entitled to bear heraldic arms such as a knight, used their crest as a personal badge, which led to the incorrect use of the word "crest" when describing a shield or full coat of arms
Information on the Flags & Nations of the World
Flags and Nations of the World: Facts, Information and Pictures
We hope that the presentation of facts and information regarding the Nations and Flags of the World will prove to be a useful educational resource. You can go "Around the World in 80 minutes!" To improve your knowledge of Flags and Vexillology still further check out the Flags of all the Nations and test your knowledge with our interactive, multi-choice, picture-based Flags Trivia Quiz Game - it's fast and it's fun! If you answer all questions correctly you will earn the right to enter the Vexillologist Hall of Fame!
