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Europe · Flag ID ·Jul 29, 2026

Bulgaria Flag: Meaning and History

History of the flag

In 1878, the Russians helped the Bulgarians break free from Ottoman rule.

In 1879, the new country chose a flag identical to Russia’s, except with a green stripe replacing the Russian blue.

What do the elements of the flag mean?

White symbolizes peace, justice, purity, and the Slavic spirit.
Green echoes the fertility of the land and the richness of agriculture.
Red embodies the bravery of the Bulgarian people.

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