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My own Maine flag redesign (media.kbin.social)
submitted 2 years ago by ThatOneKirbyMain2568@kbin.social to c/vexillology@lemmy.world
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[–] ThatOneKirbyMain2568@kbin.social 5 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

Symbolism:

  • The pine tree in the middle is taken from Maine's ensign and is a prominent symbol of Maine.
  • The pine green stripe represents Maine's forest.
  • The star in the top left is taken from Maine's old flag and represents the North Star, which itself symbolizes Maine's motto, "Dirigo" (meaning "I lead").
  • The buff is taken from Maine's old flag.
  • The red symbolizes the state's presence in New England.

EDIT: Fixed an error.