Flag of Russia
Colors
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Meaning & Symbolism
According to traditional interpretation, white represents nobility and openness, blue symbolizes loyalty and honesty, and red embodies courage, generosity, and love. It has also been interpreted as representing the Slavs (red), nobility (blue), and God (white), or as the three aspects of the Trinity.
History
Peter the Great adopted the colors in 1696, inspired by the Dutch flag. It was the flag of Imperial Russia until 1917. Readopted in 1991 after the fall of the USSR.
Curiosities
During the Soviet era (1922-1991), the famous red flag with hammer and sickle was used. August 22nd is Russia's National Flag Day.
