Two equal horizontal bands of white (top) and green, and the red dragon emblem. According to Ancient and Heraldic traditions much symbolism is associated with colors. The colors on the Welsh flag represent the following:
White - peace and honesty
Red - hardiness, bravery, strength & valour
Green - hope, joy and love and in many cultures have a sacred significance
The Welsh flag is known as Y Ddraig Goch, the Red Dragon. The Romans carried banners bearing Dragon emblems - it is believed that legends about dragons were passed to the Romans from the Persian Empire. The Welsh hero Cadwaladr carried the dragon standard in the 700's. The Tudors claimed Welsh ancestry and their livery was green and white. The Tudors claim to the English throne was strengthened by this association. The Welsh flag has been officially used since the 1950s.
Luckily the Welsh have a good sense of humour, otherwise I'd be forced to start insulting Oryx ;-)
The flag of Wales;
Two equal horizontal bands of white (top) and green, and the red dragon emblem. According to Ancient and Heraldic traditions much symbolism is associated with colors. The colors on the Welsh flag represent the following:
White - peace and honesty
Red - hardiness, bravery, strength & valour
Green - hope, joy and love and in many cultures have a sacred significance
The Welsh flag is known as Y Ddraig Goch, the Red Dragon. The Romans carried banners bearing Dragon emblems - it is believed that legends about dragons were passed to the Romans from the Persian Empire. The Welsh hero Cadwaladr carried the dragon standard in the 700's. The Tudors claimed Welsh ancestry and their livery was green and white. The Tudors claim to the English throne was strengthened by this association. The Welsh flag has been officially used since the 1950s.
Luckily the Welsh have a good sense of humour, otherwise I'd be forced to start insulting Oryx ;-)
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