Paraguay’s flag is different from the flags of other nations in a very special way: its two sides are different from each other.
The flag design dates back to 1842. The red, white, and blue stripes are the same on both sides. On the obverse side, is the national coat of arms. The reverse side features the seal of the treasury.
Can You Identify the Only Three Non-Rectangular National Flags?
The United Nations recognizes 193 national flags of its member states. Each flag is unique, giving the full collection a great variety of symbols and colors. Despite all the diversity, almost all of them — 190, in fact — are the same basic rectangular shape. Only three stand out from the others and refuse to…
Fun and Surprising Facts About the Olympics
At this writing, the focus of the athletic world is in Tokyo for the 32nd Summer Olympic Games. While most of the attention will be on the winners of this year’s various events, the history of the Olympics dates back nearly 3,000 years, generating more than a few surprising and fun facts.
Stand Up and Salute Some Supremely Strange Flags
Thanks to The Big Bang Theory’s “Fun With Flags” feature, we have seen a noticeable increase in our articles about flags. In recognition of this interest in vexillology, we present you with a few flags that may make you scratch your head and wonder.
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