Flag ratio: 2:3
Civil ensign; Flag ratio: 2:3
The Flag of Malta is a basic bi-colour, with white in the hoist and red in the fly -- the banner of the arms of Malta. Tradition states that the colours of the flag were given to Malta by Count Roger, in 1091; however, this claim is only a legend developed through time.
In the upper hoist corner (in the Canton of the white stripe) is the George Cross (outlined in red) - an honour awarded to the entire Maltese population for their exceptional bravery and gallantry during World War II. This flag was adopted on 21 September 1964.
The civil ensign is totally different: it shows a red field, bordered white and charged with a white Maltese cross.
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