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Oriental Turkestan Flag: Meaning and History

Embroidered flag patch — Oriental Turkestan

History of the flag

This flag was adopted in 1933 when the First Republic of East Turkestan was proclaimed, although it lasted only one year.

It pays tribute to Turkic origins and solidarity with Turkic peoples.

What do the elements of the flag mean?

  • The white crescent moon represents Islam, faith and rebirth, while the white five-pointed star symbolizes light, unity and the five pillars of Islam.

  • Light blue is the traditional color of the Turkic peoples, symbolizing the sky, freedom and cultural identity.

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