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Flag ID · Océanie ·Jul 29, 2026

Samoa Flag: Meaning and History

History of the flag

The flag of Samoa was officially adopted in 1949.

A former German colony placed under New Zealand mandate in 1920, the archipelago declared its independence in 1962.

What do the elements of the flag mean?

The five stars represent the 'Southern Cross,' a constellation of the Southern Hemisphere and a symbol of hope.
Blue represents the Pacific Ocean and freedom.
Red embodies the courage of the Samoan people.

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