Flag of Austria-Hungary
Flag NameFlag of Austria-Hungary
Country NameAustria-Hungary
Date Adopted1869
Adoption Statushistorical
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio2:3
Primary ColorsRed, White
Symbolism DescriptionThe red and white colors are derived from the historical colors of Austria and the House of Habsburg. The prominent display of the combined Austrian and Hungarian coats of arms symbolized the dual nature of the monarchy, representing the two main constituent parts of the empire (Cisleithania and Transleithania) united under one sovereign.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
Has Coat of Armstrue
Related FlagsFlag of Austria, Flag of Hungary, Flags of successor states
Legal DescriptionEstablished by imperial decree in 1869 for common institutions and as a civil ensign of the Dual Monarchy.
Description
A historical flag of the Dual Monarchy of Austria-Hungary, typically referring to the common civil ensign or state flag used for joint institutions. This flag featured a horizontal bicolour of red over white, with the combined coats of arms of Austria and Hungary on the hoist side, often surmounted by the Imperial Crown of Austria and the Holy Crown of Hungary.
