Flag of Netherlands
Colors
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Meaning & Symbolism
Originally orange-white-blue (Prinsenvlag), the colors of William of Orange. Orange was changed to red because it was more visible at sea and the orange dye faded. It is the oldest tricolor in the world.
History
Used since the 16th century, it is the first tricolor flag in history. It inspired the flags of France, Russia and many other countries. Red officially replaced orange in 1937.
Curiosities
At Dutch royal events, an orange pennant is added above the flag. The flag is almost identical to Luxembourg's, which has a lighter blue.
