Austria Flag
National Flag of Austria
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What does the Austria flag mean?
Red and white stand for bravery, strength, and honesty; the legend attributes the design to Duke Leopold V during the Siege of Acre in 1191.
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Quick facts
- Adopted:
- May 1, 1945 (historic design dates to ca. 1230)
- Aspect Ratio:
- 2:3
- Capital:
- Vienna
- Population:
- Approximately 9 million
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Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and red. This flag is one of the oldest national banners in continuous use in the world, with origins tracing back to medieval heraldry.
Austria Flag – Symbolism and Meaning
Austria Flag - History and Origins
According to legend, Duke Leopold V's white surcoat was bloodied in battle except for the area hidden by his belt; the red-white-red pattern first appeared in heraldry around 1230 and was readopted after WWII in 1945.
Austria Flag - Design Elements
Simplistic horizontal bicolor design: red, white, red equal bands.
Austria Flag - Usage Guidelines and Protocol
Flown on national and provincial buildings and at ceremonial events; Austrian flag laws and etiquette govern its respectful display.
Further reading: Flag of Austria on Wikipedia
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The Austria Flag shares design elements with other national flags. These comparisons show how to tell them apart and why they look alike:
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the colors of the Austria Flag represent?
Red and white stand for bravery, strength, and honesty; the legend attributes the design to Duke Leopold V during the Siege of Acre in 1191.
When was the Austria Flag adopted?
May 1, 1945 (historic design dates to ca. 1230)
What is the aspect ratio of the Austria Flag?
The Austria flag has an aspect ratio of 2:3.