Flag of Lebanon facts for kids
The flag of Lebanon was created in 1943. It is a very important symbol for the country.
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What Does It Look Like?
The Lebanese flag has three horizontal stripes. The top and bottom stripes are red. The middle stripe is white and is twice as tall as the red ones. In the very center of the white stripe, there is a green Cedar of Lebanon tree.
What Do the Colors Mean?
Each color on the flag has a special meaning:
- The red stripes represent the blood shed by Lebanese people to protect their country. It also symbolizes the sacrifices made for freedom.
- The white stripe stands for peace and purity. It also reminds people of the snow-capped mountains of Lebanon, like Mount Lebanon.
- The green cedar tree is a very old and important symbol for Lebanon.
The Cedar Tree
The Cedar of Lebanon is a famous tree that grows in Lebanon. It has been a symbol of the country for thousands of years. It represents strength, lasting peace, and immortality. The cedar tree is even mentioned in ancient texts and is a proud part of Lebanon's history and nature.
How Was It Created?
The flag was designed and adopted in 1943, when Lebanon gained its independence from France. Before this, Lebanon used different flags. When the country became independent, leaders in the parliament decided on this new design. They wanted a flag that truly represented Lebanon's history, nature, and hopes for the future. The cedar tree was a natural choice because of its deep roots in Lebanese culture.
Images for kids
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Cedrus libani trees in a forest.
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A drawing showing how the Lebanese flag is made.
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An old flag of the Jumblatt family from the Middle Ages.
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An old flag of the Lamaite princes from the Middle Ages.
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The official design of the Lebanese flag.
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The flag as it was approved by the parliament in 1943.
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A flag used by rebels during the Marada era.
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The national flag of the Maanid people.
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A flag used by rebels during the time of Prince Ibrahim.
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The flag of the city of Sidon in Lebanon.
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The flag of the Republican Guard in Lebanon.
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The flag of the County of Tripoli, used between 1102 and 1289 AD.
See also
In Spanish: Bandera de Líbano para niños
