Flag of Ulster

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Flag of Ulster
The flag of Ulster: a red cross over a gold background.
UseOther Small vexillological symbol or pictogram in black and white showing the different uses of the flag
AdoptedUnknown
DesignA red cross on a gold background, coat of arms in the centre, red hand of Ulster.

The flag of Ulster is a historic banner that is based on the coat of arms of Ulster, used to represent Ulster, one of the four provinces of Ireland. It has a red cross on a gold background with a red hand on a white shield in the centre.[1][2]

References[change | change source]

  1. "Does Northern Ireland need Red Hand sculpture?". Belfast Telegraph. 2010-05-10. Retrieved 2020-07-23.
  2. Hernon, Ian (2013). Fortress Britain: All the Invasions and Incursions since 1066. The History Press. p. 20. ISBN 978-0752497174.