Boston Flag: Meaning and History
The seal depicts the Boston landscape and symbolizes pride, faith, and remembrance of the city's founding in 1630.
History of the flag
The flag was adopted in 1917. The flag was originally used during the Columbus Day celebrations in 1913.
The motto “Sicut Ptribus Sit Deus Nobis” means “God be with us as he was with our fathers.”
What do the elements of the flag mean?
Blue represents freedom, openness, and patriotism.