The Zambian Flag

The Zambian flag was hoisted for the first time at mid night, 23rd October 1963. The flag symbolizes patriotism and the nation’s wealth.

Description

The main background color is green with an orange colored eagle in flight on the outer edge of the flag. Below the eagle are three vertical stripes of red (hoist side), black and orange.

Green

Green represents the abundant country's agriculture, vegetation and natural wealth.

Red

Red stands for the struggle for freedom or the blood that was shed during the struggle.

Black

Black represents the color of the people of Zambia.

Orange

Orange stands for the country’s mineral wealth, which includes major deposits of copper.

Eagle

The eagle in flight represents the people’s ability to rise above the nations problems.

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