What the flag of Poland means
White and red come from the coat of arms of Poland, a white eagle on a red shield. White is said to stand for peace and red for the blood of those who fought for the country. The colours were first adopted in 1831.
Where is Poland?
Poland is in Europe. The nearest countries in Battuta are Slovakia, Czechia, Lithuania, Hungary and Belarus. Find it yourself on the 3D globe in Waypoint: Europe.
Often confused with
Flags with similar colours
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Questions and answers
When was the flag of Poland adopted?
The current flag of Poland was adopted in 1919.
What colours are on the flag of Poland?
The main colours of the flag of Poland are white and red.
Which flags look like the flag of Poland?
The flag of Poland is often confused with the flags of Indonesia and Monaco.