Liberia Flag: Meaning and History

History of the flag

In 1847, Liberia became the only independent African country, adopting an almost perfect imitation of the American flag and a constitution similar to that of the United States.

What do the elements of the flag mean?

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  The star represents the unity of the people and a prosperous future.

• Represents the African continent.

• The eleven red and white stripes represent the eleven personalities who symbolize Liberia's declaration of independence in 1846.