Flag of Europe
Flag of the Council of Europe and the European Union
Europe
The Flag of Europe consists of a circle of twelve golden five-pointed stars on a blue field. It is an official symbol of two separate organizations—the Council of Europe (CoE) and the European Union (EU). The flag was designed in 1955, and it has since become a symbol of unity and identity for Europe.
History[edit | edit source]
The flag was originally designed in 1955 by Arsène Heitz and Paul M. G. Lévy for the Council of Europe. The design was adopted by the Council of Europe on 8 December 1955. The European Economic Community (EEC), which later evolved into the European Union, adopted the flag in 1985.
Design and Symbolism[edit | edit source]
The flag features a circle of twelve golden stars on a blue background. The number of stars is fixed at twelve, symbolizing perfection, completeness, and unity. The stars are not associated with any specific country or region, and the number twelve is not related to the number of member states.
Usage[edit | edit source]
The flag is used by both the Council of Europe and the European Union. It is flown by EU institutions and is often displayed alongside the national flags of member states. The flag is also used in various official capacities, including on EU documents, buildings, and during events.
Related Symbols[edit | edit source]
The flag is part of a broader set of symbols used by the European Union, which includes the European Anthem ("Ode to Joy"), Europe Day (9 May), and the Motto of the European Union ("United in diversity").
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