Flag of Latvia
Flag NameFlag of Latvia
Country NameLatvia
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2LV
Date Adopted1990-02-27
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio1:2
Primary Colorscarmine red, white
Symbolism DescriptionThe carmine red (often called 'Latvian red') symbolizes the readiness of the Latvian people to give their blood for freedom and independence. It is a deep, dark red, representing the blood shed. The white stripe symbolizes law, truth, honor, and the purity and honesty of the Latvian people. A popular legend tells of a wounded Latvian leader wrapped in a white sheet, with the bloodstains on the edges forming the flag.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerAnsis Cīrulis
Legal DescriptionLaw on the National Flag of Latvia, adopted on February 27, 1990. The design itself dates back to 1917-1918 and was used during Latvia's first period of independence (1918-1940).
Description
A carmine red flag with a white horizontal stripe in the middle. The red stripes are twice the width of the white stripe.
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