Flag of Latvia
Colors
#9E3039
#FFFFFF
Meaning & Symbolism
According to legend, a wounded Latvian leader was wrapped in a white sheet; his blood stained the edges dark red (carmine), leaving the center white.
History
First mentioned in 1280, one of the oldest in the world. Banned during Soviet occupation (1940-1990). The dark red (carmine) shade is unique.
Curiosities
Latvian red is one of the darkest reds of any national flag (carmine). The white/red stripe ratio is 2:1:2.
