
Flag index
Finland
Verdict:
Continent:
Europe
Name:
fi. Siniristilippu, sv. Blåa kors flaggan, eng. Blue Cross Flag
Use:
National Flag
11:18
Proportion:
Adoption:
1918
Design

Flag of Finland
The design of Finland is very similar to the other Nordic countries, featuring the Nordic Cross in blue with a white background
Reason for Verdict
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Keep It Simple. The flag should be so simple that a child can draw it from memory…​
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Use Meaningful Symbolism. The flag’s images, colors, or patterns should relate to what it symbolizes…​​
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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…
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No Lettering or Seals. Never use writing on any kind or an organization’s seal…
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Be Distinctive or Be Related. Avoid duplicating other flags, but use similarities to show connections…​

Detailed Explanation
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The simplicity of the flag cannot be denied. It is very well designed, and like the other Nordic Countries, anyone can draw it.
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The blue is said to symbolize the blue sky and the white is said to stand for the snow in the wintertimes
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As mentioned, the flag is related to all the other Nordic Countries in terms of shape and design, but is distinct enough to not cause confusion.
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Flag History
Flags and info taken from Wikipedia

Flag of Finland (1918 - 1920)

State Flag of Finland (1920 - 1978)

State Flag of Finland (1978–Present)

State flag of Finland (1918 - 1920)


Military flag of Finland (1918 - 1920)
Standard of the Regent of Finland (1918 - 1920)

Military Flag of Finland (1920 - 1978)

Presedential Standard of Flag (1921 - 1944 , 1946 - 1978)



Presidential Standard of Finland as used by Field Marshal Mannerheim, 6th President of Finland (1944–1946)
Military Flag of Finland (1978–Present)
Presidential Standard of Finland (1978–Present)
Source: Portlandflag.org, Wikipedia.org, Geography Now on Youtube.com