Flag of Florida
Colors
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Meaning & Symbolism
The red St. Andrew's cross was added to not look like a surrender flag. The seal shows a Seminole woman, a sabal palm, a steamboat and the brilliant sun.
History
Originally just white with the state seal. The red cross was added in 1900 after a referendum. Similar to Alabama's, which also has St. Andrew's cross.
Curiosities
Florida is the only state with two time zones. The name comes from the Spanish "Pascua Florida" (Flowery Easter Sunday).