Flag of Monaco
Colors
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Meaning & Symbolism
The red and white colors are the heraldic colors of the House of Grimaldi, which has ruled Monaco since 1297.
History
The colors have been used since the Middle Ages. The current flag was officially adopted in 1881 under Prince Charles III.
Curiosities
Identical to Indonesia except for proportions: Monaco 4:5, Indonesia 2:3. Monaco protested when Indonesia adopted its flag in 1945, but unsuccessfully.
