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About the Canadian Flag
The Canadian flag, officially called the National Flag of Canada, was adopted in Canada to replace the previous flag, the Union flag....
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What Is the Meaning Behind the Canadian Flag?
Like other national flags, the designs and colors found on the National Flag of Canada symbolize Canada's people, land, history and heritage....
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Why Is the Canadian Flag Red & White?
Canada lies north of the United States and stretches from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean. It is a country rich...
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Historical Canadian Flags
Although Canada didn't become a country until 1867, the area has a history containing many different state flags. Some of these flags...
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Facts About the Honduras Flag
Honduras is a country in Central America that became independent from Spain in 1821. The democratic republic is sometimes referred to as...
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American Flag Facts For Children
American Flag Facts For Children. The first tribute of the American flag's birth is believed to have been started by B.J. Cigrand,...
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Information About Six Flags
Six Flags Inc. has more than 20 parks in 14 major cities in the United States, plus Mexico and Canada. Six Flags...
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Facts About Canadian Coins
Canadian money can be confusing to Americans. While some of the coins have the same names as their U.S. counterparts, the $1...
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What Does the Maple Leaf on the Canadian Flag Represent?
The Canadian flag was adopted by the Canadian Parliament Oct. 22, 1964, and the official inauguration ceremony took place Feb. 15, 1965....
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Basic Facts About Japan's Flag
The Japanese name for the national flag, hinomaru, means "circle of the sun." At the center of the white banner is a...
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Easy USA Flag Facts for Kids
The American flag has a rich and symbolic history. The flag engenders feelings of pride and unity in Americans. It is important...
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The Importance of the Maple Leaf on Canada's Flag
The maple leaf on the Canadian national flag symbolizes the nation's land and people, according to the website Canadian Heritage. The incorporation...
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Fun Facts About Six Flags
Six Flags is one of the largest theme park companies in the world in 2009, ranking just behind the Walt Disney Company...
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Why Is the Maple Leaf Important to Canada?
The maple tree has always been a big part of the culture of Canada, playing a huge role in their maple syrup...
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Flags of the World & Their Meanings
The study of flags is called vexillology. Vexillology comes from the Latin word "vexillum." "Vexillum" means flag, and those interested in the...
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What Does the Maple Leaf Symbolize on the Canadian Flag?
The present day Canadian flag consists of a red, 11-pointed maple leaf on a field of white, with wide, vertical red stripes...
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Why Is the Maple Leaf a Canadian Symbol?
On February 15, 1965, the national flag of Canada was inaugurated. The red and white flag features the maple leaf as the...
