Flag of Hawaii
Flag NameFlag of Hawaii
Country NameUnited States
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2US
Date Adopted1845-05-29
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typestate
Aspect Ratio1:2
Primary ColorsRed, White, Blue
Symbolism DescriptionThe Union Jack in the canton represents the historical relationship between the Kingdom of Hawaii and the British Empire. The eight horizontal stripes symbolize the eight main islands of Hawaii: Hawaiʻi, Maui, Kahoʻolawe, Lānaʻi, Molokaʻi, Oʻahu, Kauaʻi, and Niʻihau.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerCaptain George Beckley
Canton DetailsThe canton features the Union Jack, the national flag of the United Kingdom, which consists of the red cross of Saint George (England), edged in white, superimposed on the saltire of Saint Patrick (Ireland), which is superimposed on the saltire of Saint Andrew (Scotland).
Related FlagsFlag of the United Kingdom (Union Jack)
Legal DescriptionThe design and specifications of the Flag of Hawaii are codified in Hawaii Revised Statutes, Chapter 5, Section 5-1.
Description
The flag of Hawaii features eight horizontal stripes of white, red, and blue, representing the eight main Hawaiian islands. In the canton, it displays the Union Jack, symbolizing Hawaii's historical ties to the British Empire.
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