Flag of Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Flag of France Saint Pierre and Miquelon is a self-governing overseas collectivity of France | |
Tricolore | |
Use | National flag, civil and state ensign |
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Proportion | 2:3 |
Adopted | 15 February 1794 |
Unofficial flag of Saint Pierre and Miquelon | |
Use | Unofficial flag |
The flag of Saint Pierre and Miquelon is officially the flag of France, as Saint Pierre and Miquelon is a self-governing overseas collectivity of France.
History
In 1982 an unofficial local flag was designed, based on the Collectivity's coat of arms. The flag is blue with a yellow ship, said to be Grande Hermine, which brought Jacques Cartier to Saint Pierre on 15 June 1536.[1] Three square fields placed along the hoist recall the origin of most inhabitants of the islands, from top to bottom, Basques, Bretons, and Normans.[2] The flag was likely designed by André Paturel, a local business owner.[citation needed] Although not used at an official level, the flag is still a common sight in the territory, being flown alongside the French tricolour in front of private residences and even government buildings.
Municipalities
- Miquelon-Langlade
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See also
References
External links
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon (France) at Flags of the World
- St Pierre & Miquelon
- St Pierre & Miquelon Community Website
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