Flag of the Dominican Republic
Flag NameFlag of the Dominican Republic
Country NameDominican Republic
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2DO
Date Adopted1863-09-14
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio2:3
Primary ColorsBlue, Red, White
Symbolism DescriptionThe blue color represents liberty and the sky, symbolizing the ideals of freedom. The red signifies the blood shed by the heroes of the nation during their struggle for independence. The white stands for salvation, peace, and unity among Dominicans. The white cross itself symbolizes sacrifice and the Christian faith. The central coat of arms features a shield with the flag's colors, an open Bible (often shown open to John 8:32, 'And the truth shall make you free'), a golden cross, and two spears. It is surrounded by laurel and palm branches, with a ribbon above bearing the national motto 'Dios, Patria, Libertad' (God, Homeland, Liberty) and a ribbon below reading 'República Dominicana'.
Symbolism Categoriesreligion
DesignerJuan Pablo Duarte
Has Coat of Armstrue
Related FlagsHistorical flags of the Dominican Republic
Legal DescriptionDescribed in Article 95 of the Constitution of the Dominican Republic.
Description
The national flag of the Dominican Republic features a white cross that extends to the edges, dividing the flag into four rectangles. The upper left and lower right rectangles are blue, while the upper right and lower left rectangles are red. The national coat of arms is emblazoned in the center of the white cross.
