Red, white, green flag
Browse flags by country, colour and collection.
Algeria
36 images
Belarus
37 images
Bulgaria
38 images
Burundi
36 images
Hungary
39 images
Iran
40 images
Italy
43 images
Lebanon
38 images
Madagascar
36 images
Maldives
36 images
Mexico
46 images
Oman
36 images
Tajikistan
37 imagesColour and symbol meanings depend on the individual flag. The comparisons below include historical associations and common interpretations; a shared colour does not imply a shared official meaning.
Flags with Horizontal Stripes
Hungary
The Hungarian flag features three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green. The red stands for strength, the white represents faithfulness, and the green symbolizes hope. This flag was officially adopted during the Hungarian Revolution of 1848 and has been a lasting emblem of Hungary's independence and national pride.
Bulgaria
The Bulgarian flag also has three horizontal stripes of white, green, and red. White symbolizes peace and freedom, green represents the rich agricultural wealth of the country, and red stands for the courage and valor of the Bulgarian people. The flag was adopted after Bulgaria's liberation from Ottoman rule in 1878.
Iran
The Iranian flag consists of three horizontal stripes of green, white, and red. Green represents Islam and growth, white symbolizes peace, and red stands for bravery and martyrdom. The flag was adopted after the 1979 revolution and reflects the country's religious and revolutionary heritage.
Italy
The Italian flag features vertical stripes of green, white, and red, but its symbolism resonates globally. Green represents the country's landscapes, white symbolizes peace, and red stands for the sacrifices made for Italy’s independence. Officially adopted in 1946, the flag is a key symbol of Italian national unity.
Flags with Vertical Stripes
Mexico
The Mexican flag has vertical stripes of green, white, and red. Green stands for hope, white for unity, and red for the blood of those who fought for independence. At the center is the Mexican coat of arms, which depicts an eagle perched on a cactus while holding a snake, symbolizing the nation's Aztec heritage and resilience.
Madagascar
The Madagascar flag consists of two horizontal stripes of red and green with a vertical white stripe. The red represents sovereignty and independence, the white stands for purity and peacefulness, and the green represents hope and the island’s lush natural landscape.
Historical Significance of Red, White, and Green
Red, white and green do not have a single meaning shared by every flag. Interpretations depend on the country, historical context and any official explanation. Countries with these flag colors often share histories of revolution, independence, and deep cultural roots tied to their natural landscapes. The simplicity and striking visual contrast of these colors make them a popular choice for national symbols.
Identify a red, white and green flag by its layout
Start by checking whether the bands run vertically or horizontally. Italy and Mexico use vertical green, white and red fields; the coat of arms is a key detail when identifying Mexico. Hungary, Bulgaria and Iran arrange the colours horizontally in different orders, with further design details on Iran's flag.
Some flags in this colour family do not use three simple parallel bands. Madagascar has a vertical white area beside red and green, while Oman includes a vertical red band and an emblem. This makes stripe direction, colour order and symbols more informative than a list of colours.
Use the catalogue's colour filters to narrow the visual search, then inspect the complete flag. If a small emblem introduces another colour, an exact-colour filter may exclude it; try the broader matching option as well.