Product Description
This Ireland flag, also known as the Irish Tricolor, was in use as the Irish national flag during the 1916 Easter Rising in by young Ireland. The Irish Republic adopted it during the Irish War of Independence, and the Irish Free State continued use it as their official flag but it wasn't until 1937 that it was given constitutional status by the Republic of Ireland. The Irish flag symbolizes inclusion and union between the Roman Catholics and the Irish Protestants and signifies a lasting truce. The flag has three vertical bands, green on the left, orange on the right and white in the center.
- Made in America
- Authentic design
- Sewn stripes
- 100% nylon
- Sewn edges
- 4 rows of lock stitching
- Polyester canvas heading*
- Brass grommets*
*Flags with pole sleeve and fringe should be used on our indoor mounting sets. These flags are not designed for hanging on wall or outdoor flagpoles. Any flag with pole sleeve & fringe is finished with lined pole sleeves, leather tabs, and golden yellow fringe on 3 sides.
Other Details
Capital: DublinLanguage(s): Irish, English
Currency: Euro €
Government: Unitary Parliamentary Constitutional Republic
Flag Meaning: The green represents the Gaelic tradition, the orange stands from the followers of William of Orange, and the white symbolizes the desire for peace between them.
