Algeria

Verdict:

Continent:

Africa

Name:

Acenyal n Dzayer

Use:

National Flag and civil and state ensign

Proportion:

2:3

Adoption:

1962

Design

This north-african country has a simple, that is still related to other muslim countries. The left half is green while the right half is white with a red star and crescent.

Flag of Algeria

Reason for Verdict

Keep It Simple. The flag should be so simple that a child can draw it from memory…
Use Meaningful Symbolism. The flag’s images, colors, or patterns should relate to what it symbolizes…
Use 2 or 3 Basic Colors. Limit the number of colors on the flag to three which contrast well and come from the standard color set…
No Lettering or Seals. Never use writing on any kind or an organization’s seal…
Be Distinctive or Be Related. Avoid duplicating other flags, but use similarities to show connections…

Detailed Explanation

The design is very simple and clean.
The green represents Islam, the country's religious majority, and the white symbolizes peace. The star and crescent is also a symbol for Islam while the red color stands for the blood of martyrs and the sacrifice of the people of Algeria for their country.
Algeria has a very simple flag, while also being distinct from other muslim countries. The combination of white and green being so prominent is rare on flags and makes it unique from the rest.

Flag History

Provisional Government of Algeria (1958 - 1962)

Source: Portlandflag.org, Wikipedia.org, Geography Now on Youtube.com

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