Flag of Turkey
Flag NameFlag of Turkey
Country NameTurkey
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2TR
Date Adopted1936-06-05
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio2:3
Primary ColorsRed, White
Symbolism DescriptionThe red color on the flag is widely interpreted as representing the blood shed by martyrs during the Turkish War of Independence. The white star and crescent are ancient symbols, often associated with Islam, but also with Turkic peoples before the adoption of Islam. The crescent is frequently seen as a symbol of progress, and the star as a symbol of sovereignty or the sun.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerUnknown (evolved design over centuries)
Related FlagsFlag of the Ottoman Empire
Legal DescriptionThe design and precise dimensions of the Turkish flag are legally defined by Law No. 2893 on the Turkish Flag, enacted on May 29, 1985, which codified the principles established in 1936.
Description
The national flag of Turkey features a white star and crescent on a red background. It is often referred to as 'Al Sancak' (The Red Flag). Its design has deep historical roots in the Ottoman Empire and was officially adopted in its current form and proportions in 1936.
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