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West Virginia: Meaning and History

Embroidered flag patch — West Virginia

The seal on the flag shows a farmer and a miner flanking a rock symbolizing the economy, history, and freedom. On June 20, 1863, the state joined the Union as the 35th state of the United States.

History of the flag

This flag was adopted in 1929, after several provisional versions were used at the beginning of the 20th century.

It was created to assert the identity of this state, which separated from Virginia during the Civil War in 1863.

What do the elements of the flag mean?

  • Navy blue for loyalty.

  • White symbolizes purity.

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