Flag of Gabon facts for kids

The flag of Gabon is a very important symbol for the country. It has three horizontal stripes, or bands, of green, gold, and blue. Each color on the flag tells a story about Gabon and its people.

What Does Gabon's Flag Look Like?

Gabon's flag is made up of three equal stripes that go across it. The top stripe is green, the middle stripe is gold, and the bottom stripe is blue. This design is simple but full of meaning.

The Meaning Behind the Colors

Each color on the flag represents something special about Gabon:

• Green stands for Gabon's rich natural resources. This includes its vast forests and the timber that comes from them. It also symbolizes the country's agriculture and the beautiful green landscapes.
• Gold represents the bright sun that shines over Gabon. It also symbolizes the equator, which passes through the country. Additionally, the gold color stands for Gabon's mineral wealth, like its valuable natural resources found underground.
• Blue symbolizes the Atlantic Ocean. Gabon has a long coastline along the Atlantic, and the blue stripe represents this connection to the sea. It also stands for the waters that surround the country.

A Brief History of the Flag

Gabon became an independent country on August 17, 1960. Just before this, the current flag was officially adopted on August 9, 1960. Before gaining full independence, Gabon used a different flag. That flag had a French tricolor (blue, white, and red) in the corner, showing its connection to France. When Gabon became fully independent, they chose a new flag to represent their own unique identity and future.

Images for kids

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  Protestors with Gabonese flags

See also

In Spanish: Bandera de Gabón para niños