World Encyclopedia

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List of Flags with Cross

Flags with Cross These flags represent the countries and regions where the cross is a significant symbol, either because it was used as a Christian symbol before independence, or because…

International Maritime Organization

The International Maritime Organization is the United Nations’ specialized agency for the safety and security of international shipping and the prevention of marine pollution by ships. It was established in…

Western European Union

The Western European Union was the international organisation and military alliance that succeeded the Western Union after the 1954 amendment of the 1948 Treaty of Brussels. The Treaty of Brussels…

Flag of European Union

Flag of the European Union was adopted on December 8, 1955. It is a blue flag with 12 golden stars in a circle. The flag represents the unity of the…

Flag of Bonaire

Flag of Bonaire The flag of Bonaire was adopted on March 18, 1976. It has three horizontal bands: the top is red, the middle band is white with five black…

Flag of Mexico

The Mexican flag has a history that dates back to 1821 when Mexico achieved independence from Spain. The flag’s colours were inspired by the French flag and the colours of…
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