Florida: Meaning and History
The Florida seal depicts a Seminole Native American woman offering flowers, a symbol of peace and cultural heritage.
History of the flag
The flag of the ‘Sunshine State’ was approved by referendum in 1900.
‘In God We Trust’ is the national motto of the United States, and here it expresses the faith and values of the people of Florida.
What do the elements of the flag mean?
The red ‘Saint Andrew's Cross’ is inherited from the Spanish imperial flag.
Symbol of peace and purity.