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Oregon: Meaning and History

Embroidered flag patch — Oregon

History of the flag

Adopted in 1925, the Oregon flag is the only double-sided flag in the United States.

One side features the 1859 state seal, and the other side shows a beaver, symbol of the local wildlife and nickname of the state: ‘The Beaver State’.

What do the elements of the flag mean?

  • The state seal depicts a British warship leaving America and an American steamship arriving. It also features references to Oregon's abundant agriculture.

  • Navy blue embodies loyalty and courage.

  • The other side of the flag depicts a golden beaver, the state's mascot.

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