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Nice: Meaning and History

Embroidered flag patch — Nice

History of the flag

This flag has its origins in the XIVth century, when a red eagle on a white background was adopted by the city after its alliance with the House of Savoy.

The eagle, a symbol of authority and vigilance, stands on three hills, reinforcing the message of domination.

What do the elements of the flag mean?

  • The blue waves embody the Mediterranean Sea, essential to Nice's maritime and economic history.

  • The white background symbolizes purity and peace.

  • Unlike most heraldic eagles, the Nice eagle turns its head to the left to assert its symbolic independence.

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