Saint-Barthélemy: Meaning and History

The Lily flowers represent French sovereignty, and the Maltese cross is the symbol of the Hospitallers of St. John of Jerusalem. The three royal crowns recall the island's former possession by Sweden. Two pelicans, the island's historic animals. Ouanalao' is the Arawak name for St. Barthélemy.

History of the flag

The flag of Saint Barthélemy features the coat of arms of this overseas collectivity.

Saint Barthélemy is a mountainous Caribbean island made up mainly of volcanic rock.