British Virgin Islands Flag

The flag of the British Virgin Islands (BVI) is rich in symbolism, reflecting the territory's history, culture, and natural beauty. The flag's design features a blue field with the Union Jack in the canton (the upper-left corner) and the coat of arms of the British Virgin Islands on the fly side (the right side). Here's a breakdown of the symbolism of the flag's elements:

1. Union Jack (Canton):
• The presence of the Union Jack in the canton reflects the British colonial history of the British Virgin Islands. The Union Jack represents the territory's status as a British Overseas Territory.
2. Coat of Arms (Fly Side):
• The coat of arms on the fly side of the flag is a key symbol that represents various aspects of the British Virgin Islands:
3. The Lady: The central figure in the coat of arms is a woman representing Saint Ursula, the patron saint of the British Virgin Islands. Saint Ursula is depicted with an open book, symbolizing faith and devotion.
   
4. The Landscape: The woman stands on a green hill, which represents the natural beauty and topography of the islands. The hill is bordered by a white-sand beach and turquoise waters, signifying the pristine beaches and crystal-clear sea surrounding the British Virgin Islands.
   
5. The Escutcheon: The coat of arms features a blue escutcheon (shield) with a red lion. The lion is a symbol of the United Kingdom and signifies the British colonial heritage. The red lion is also derived from the historic coat of arms of the Virgin Islands.
   
6. The Flowers: Two indigenous flowers flank the escutcheon. On the left is the red hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis), and on the right is the white oleander (Nerium oleander). These flowers are native to the British Virgin Islands and are prominent in the local flora.
   
7. The Motto: Below the coat of arms, there is a scroll with the Latin motto "Vigilate" which means "Be Watchful." This motto serves as a reminder of the need to protect and preserve the natural and cultural heritage of the British Virgin Islands.
   

Overall, the flag of the British Virgin Islands embodies the territory's connection to the United Kingdom, its natural beauty, and its cultural heritage. It is a symbol of identity and pride for the people of the British Virgin Islands.

This template for a printable flag of the British Virgin Islands consists of:

• printable British Virgin Islands flag A4 size
  
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Jigsaw of British Virgin Islands flag
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