Flag of the Somali Republic

GPTKB entity

Statements (60)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:flag
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Flag_of_Somaliland
gptkbp:aspect_ratio 2:3
gptkbp:color gptkb:White
gptkb:Pan-African_colors
gptkb:National_holidays
gptkb:Flag_of_Italian_Somaliland
gptkb:battle
Light blue
None known
2:3
Public buildings
Post-colonial era
Blue, white
Recognized internationally
Simple and modern
Somali sovereignty
Adopted after independence
Length 3 units, height 2 units
Taught in schools as a national symbol
Star symbolizes the five regions of Greater Somalia
Blue for the sky, white for peace
Represents hope and peace
Single white star
Unity of Somali people
gptkbp:country gptkb:Somalia
gptkbp:cultural_representation Embodies Somali heritage
gptkbp:cultural_significance Symbol of national identity
gptkbp:design gptkb:Unknown
Light blue field with a white star
gptkbp:diplomatic_relations Used in diplomatic relations
gptkbp:flag Documented in historical texts
Featured in various artworks
Somali diaspora
Official government use
Used in international competitions
Used in official ceremonies
Displayed at embassies
Displayed in political protests
Frequently depicted in news and documentaries
Hoisted at national events
Mentioned in songs about Somalia
No significant changes since adoption
Part of Somalia's geographical identity
Referenced in Somali literature
Various artistic renditions exist
Worn by national teams
gptkbp:historical_significance Represents independence from colonial rule
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Flag of the Somali Republic
gptkbp:insignia Star of Unity
gptkbp:is_adopted_by gptkb:1960
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in Waved during national celebrations
gptkbp:is_similar_to gptkb:Flag_of_the_United_Nations
gptkbp:is_used_by gptkb:Monarch
gptkbp:public_perception Generally viewed positively
gptkbp:status gptkb:flag
gptkbp:symbolism Represents peace and the sky
Unity among Somali regions
gptkbp:uses gptkb:1960