Flag of Malta
Vertical halves of white and red, with the George Cross, edged in red, in the upper hoist.
- Colours
- white
- red
- Region
- Europe
- Adopted
- 1964
What the flag of Malta means
White and red are said to go back to Roger of Sicily in the 11th century. The George Cross in the corner was awarded by King George VI in 1942 to the people of Malta for their courage during the siege of the island in the Second World War.
Where is Malta?
Malta is in Europe. The nearest countries in Battuta are Tunisia, Albania, Greece, Montenegro and Italy. Find it yourself on the 3D globe in Waypoint: Europe.
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Questions and answers
When was the flag of Malta adopted?
The current flag of Malta was adopted in 1964.
What colours are on the flag of Malta?
The main colours of the flag of Malta are white and red.