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Sint Maarten (Netherlands) Flag: Meaning and History

Embroidered flag patch — Sint Maarten (Netherlands)

History of the flag

Sint Maarten’s flags (Netherlands) was adopted in 1985.

Its colors are the same as those of the Dutch flag, with a slightly different local interpretation.

What do the elements of the flag mean?

  • In the center, the Philipsburg courthouse; above, a pelican flies in front of a sunset.

  • White embodies peace and friendship.

  • Represents solidarity and courage.

  • Symbolizes the sky and the Caribbean Sea.

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