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Italian Flags

Always a great Gift Idea!

Throughout history, not only italian flags have been used as symbols of culture, community, and common interest. Many people use flags to display their support for their heritage or their favourite interests.

Italian flags are extremely popular and make wonderful gifts for those who enjoy promoting their rich Italian ancestry.

In fact, the numerous uses and their examination have become so popular that the practice of 'vexillology' has been developed. This expression means the academic study of flags.

You see them everywhere!

You can find flags for most any occasion. They are flown at sporting events, outside of restaurants, and on ships amid the ocean. Flags are designed to represent countries and nationalities, community organizations, and political parties.

While these clourful items are most often associated with states, nations, and other geographical locations, flags can also convey many other interests and purposes.

History

The Italian flag is very similar to that of France and has a very rich history. The red, green, and white colours found on the Italian flag were first in use in 1796 by the Lombardy region of northern Italy, then controlled by the French. These colours were also used in the flag of the Cisalpine Republic, under Napoleon Bonaparte in 1797.

The King of Sardinia ruled much of modern Italy in 1848 and also adopted the tri-colour flag, adding his personal coat of arms to the design. In 1861, when the Italian Kingdom was recognized, this flag continued to represent the unified nation. The Italian flag we know today was officially recognized on June 19, 1946 and the coat of arms were removed.




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