Discover the Vibrant Madagascar Flag

The flag of Madagascar was adopted on October 14, 1958, two years before the nation’s independence, as Madagascar prepared for a referendum on its status in the French Community. The colors of the flag represent Madagascar’s history and traditional peasant classes.

Flag Meaning

• Red and white were the colors of the Merina kingdom, which succumbed to France in 1896.
• They were used in the flag of the last Merina monarch, Queen Ranavalona III.
• They may indicate the ethnic origins of the Malagasy people in Southeast Asia, and are shared by the flag of Indonesia.
• Green was the color of the Hova, the largest class of peasant commoners, who played a significant role in anti-French agitation and the independence movement.

This 3′ x 5′ Indoor Nylon Flag features:

• Pole sleeve for easy installation
• Fringe for added elegance
• High-quality nylon material for durability and resistance to fading

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Get your Madagascar flag today and show your national pride!

Did you know that Madagascar was a French colony from 1896 until 1960? The country’s complex history is reflected in its vibrant flag, which combines the colors of its peasant classes with those of its former ruling monarchy. Today, the Madagascar flag remains an important symbol of national identity and independence.