Egypt Flag: Meaning and History

Embroidered flag patch — Egypt

History of the flag

The current flag dates back to 1984. The red-white-black colors are the pan-Arab colors and were adopted in the 1950s, it is said that they represent the past, the present and the future.

What do the elements of the flag mean?

  • Saladin's eagle sits at the center of the flag, protecting the people.

  • Bright red expresses power and hope.

  • The color of peace and honesty.

  • For the determination of the Egyptians.