Description
Show off your national pride with a flag of Greece! Our flags are constructed in the United States using nylon, a lightweight fabric that flies effortlessly even in gentle breezes. The iconic cross and stripes design is digitally printed for bold, fade-resistant colors, making this the ideal flag for outdoor display.
These flags have a robust canvas heading and brass grommets for simple attachment to any of our outdoor flagpoles. We offer Greek flags in sizes 12” x 18”, 2’ x 3’, 3’ x 5’, 4’ x 6’, 5’ x 8’, and 6’ x 10’. Our bestselling 3’ x 5’ Greek flag is an excellent match for our 6’ house-mounted pole.
Greece Flag Features:
- Manufactured in the USA
- Authentic 1822 design
- 100% durable nylon
- Strong canvas heading
- Rust-resistant brass grommets
Our Greece flag finished with gold fringe and a pole sleeve is a great option for formal indoor displays.
Greece Flag Meaning & History
The Greek flag has a long and complicated past, as aspects of the current flag draw from different flags throughout Greek history. The ‘Greek Cross’ in the upper left corner has featured on flags for centuries, representing the legacy of Eastern Orthodox Christianity within the country. The colors blue and white are most likely derived from the coat of arms of the Cretan Greek Kallergis, an influential aristocratic family.
The flag we recognize today was originally the naval ensign for Greece, adopted on March 15, 1822. The land flag was simply a white cross on a dark blue background. The land flag was discontinued on June 30, 1828, and the naval ensign became the national symbol.
Other Details
Capital: Athens
Language(s): Greek
Currency: Euro €
Government: Unitary Parliamentary Constitutional Republic
Flag Meaning: The nine stripes stand for the nine syllables of the Greek patriots' motto, or the nine goddesses of art and civilization. The blue represents the sea and sky, while the white stands for the waves and the clouds, and the cross symbolizes Orthodoxy.
