| Flag of Flanders | |
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| Adopted | 1973 |
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| Designed by | (unknown) |
| Proportions | 2:3[1] |
The flag of the Flemish region of Belgium, also called Flanders, consists of a black and white stylized Flemish Lion, facing the hoist, with a red tongue and claws, on a yellow background.
Symbolism[]
The true symbolism of the lion is unknown[2], but it is most likely a symbol of the Flemish Christian knights of the 12th century.
Designer[]
The designer of the Flanders flag is unknown, but a version of the current design was found in the 12th century.
Nickname[]
- The Black Flemish Lion
References[]
 Subdivisions of Belgium |
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| Communities and Regions: Brussels ● Flanders/Flemish Community ● Wallonia/French Community ● German-speaking community |
| Provinces of Flanders: Antwerp ● East Flanders ● Flemish Brabant ● Limburg ● West Flanders |
| Provinces of Wallonia: Hainaut ● Liège ● Luxembourg ● Namur ● Walloon Brabant
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