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Hemmo Heroldi Heraldry and coats of arms writerParaguay's national flag is unusual because its front and reverse bear different emblems. Why does it have two sides, and how does it compare with Oregon's flag?
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Aarne Arkisto Historical emblems writerIreland’s blue harp flag features a golden harp with a winged female figure. Where did the unusual design come from, why were some harp flags green, and what became of the harp?
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Aarne Arkisto Historical emblems writerEngland’s red cross is St George’s Cross. Discover how the design became an English emblem, why it appears in the Union Jack and how it differs from Scotland’s flag.
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Valto Tunnus Symbols and visual analysis writerLebanon’s best-known national symbol is the cedar of Lebanon. Learn why the tree appears on the flag, where the symbol comes from, and what it represents.
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Valto Tunnus Symbols and visual analysis writerThe flags of Australia and New Zealand look very similar: both feature the Union Jack and the Southern Cross. Learn the key differences and how to recognise each flag quickly.
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