New hampshire flag

The flag of New Hampshire!

The New Hampshire state flag features a simple yet distinctive design. Here are the details:

Design: The flag consists of a blue field with the state coat of arms in the center. The coat of arms is a shield with a blue chief (upper portion) and a red field (lower portion). On the blue chief is a yellow five-pointed star, representing the state's nickname, "The Granite State." Below the shield is a banner with the state motto, "Live Free or Die."

Symbolism: The blue field represents the sky and the sea, while the shield symbolizes the state's history and its people. The yellow star represents the state's nickname, "The Granite State," which refers to the state's rugged terrain and the granite quarries that were once a major industry. The red field below the shield represents the blood shed by the state's soldiers in defense of the country.

History: The New Hampshire state flag was adopted in 1931. The design is based on the state's coat of arms, which was originally designed in 1784. The flag has undergone several changes over the years, with the current design being the most recent.

Interesting fact: The phrase "Live Free or Die" on the flag is a quote from General John Stark, a hero of the American Revolution. It was first used as a motto in 1809 and has been a part of the state flag since 1931.