Frenchflag

Frenchflag, commonly referred to as the Tricolore, is the national flag of France. It consists of three vertical bands of equal width: blue at the hoist, white in the center, and red at the fly. The flag’s official proportion is 2:3, and there are no emblems or coats of arms on the field.

Design and symbolism: The arrangement of blue, white, and red has its origins in the late 18th century during the French Revolution. The colors are often associated with the nation’s republican ideals: liberty, equality, and fraternity, though specific meanings have varied over time. The vertical tricolor form became a durable symbol of the French Republic.

History: The tricolor emerged during the Revolution and was officially adopted as the national flag in 1794 by the revolutionary government. It endured through subsequent political regimes, with temporary interruptions during periods of restoration, and was reaffirmed as the national flag in the modern era. Today it is regarded as the primary emblem of the French state.

Usage and protocol: The flag is used by government bodies, the military, schools, and public institutions, and is prominently displayed during national holidays such as Bastille Day. It is flown on public buildings and at ceremonial events, and may be lowered to half-mast in periods of national mourning. Display, handling, and other protocols are governed by official guidelines in France.

See also: Drapeau tricolore, national symbols of France, heraldic emphasizes.