Flag of Åland

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== Flag of Åland ==

The flag of Åland

The flag of Åland is the official flag of the Åland Islands, an autonomous and demilitarized region of Finland. The flag features a red cross with a yellow border on a blue field. The design is a combination of the Swedish flag and the Finnish flag, reflecting Åland's historical and cultural ties to both Sweden and Finland.

Design and Symbolism

The flag's design consists of a blue field with a red cross outlined in yellow. The blue represents the sea surrounding the islands, while the red and yellow are derived from the Swedish flag, symbolizing Åland's historical connection to Sweden. The flag's proportions are 17:26, with the cross's arms being 5 units wide, and the yellow border being 2 units wide.

History

The flag was officially adopted on April 3, 1954, following a decision by the Åland Parliament. Before the adoption of the current flag, Åland used a variety of unofficial flags. The adoption of the flag was part of a broader movement to assert Åland's autonomy and cultural identity within Finland.

Usage

The flag of Åland is used on all official buildings and vessels registered in Åland. It is also flown during official ceremonies and public holidays. The flag is a symbol of Åland's autonomy and its unique cultural heritage.

Related Pages

• Åland
• Autonomous administrative divisions
• Flags of Europe
• Swedish flag
• Finnish flag

See Also

• List of flags of Finland
• List of regional flags