In the annals of history, flags have often served as powerful symbols of freedom, struggle, and national identity.
Drawing inspiration from the iconic “United Nations Honour Flag” of World War II, I hereby present the “Palestine Freedom Flag” as a modern emblem representing the resilience and aspirations of the Palestinian people.
A white field with four bars in red, black, green, red from the hoist, each two-fifths the fly’s width and equally spaced.
Vexillolinguistic Description of the Palestinian Flag
The United Nations Honour Flag
The United Nations Honour Flag, also known as the “Four Freedoms Flag,” was more than a mere banner; it was a symbol of unity and peace amidst the chaos of World War II. Created in 1942, it represented the allied nations and their shared commitment to..
The Four Freedoms: freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear.
The flag featured four vertical bars in red, set against a white background, symbolizing the unity and cooperation of different nations striving for peace.
The Filastin Freedom Flag: Echoing a Historical Legacy
The Filastin Freedom Flag draws on this historical legacy to convey a message of freedom and determination. It mirrors the dimensions of the Palestine flag with a 2:1 ratio, symbolizing continuity with the Palestinian national identity. Measuring 800 pixels by 400 pixels, as a working example, it features four vertical bars, each 80 pixels wide and 240 pixels tall, set 80 pixels apart on a field of white for peace. The placement of the bars, centered, symbolizes balance and centrality in the Palestinian struggle along with the prison-like living conditions under military occupation which has, over the many decades, leading to the conditions of Genocide against the Palestinian people.
The color scheme of the flag is deeply symbolic. The two outermost bars are in Palestine Flag Red (#EE2A35), representing the blood, sacrifice, and courage of the Palestinian people. The left inner bar is Black (#000000), signifying the endurance and resilience in the face of adversity. The right inner bar, in Palestine Flag Green (#009736), stands for growth, hope, and the fertile land of Palestine.
A Modern Symbol for Ongoing Struggle
Just as the UN Honour Flag was a beacon of hope during a global conflict, the Filastin Freedom Flag aims to shine a light on the ongoing struggles of those in Gaza and the West Bank. It stands as a symbol for those who have long faced the challenges of blockades, sieges, and the pervasive effects of a prolonged and illegal military occupation.
The flag also addresses the struggle against Eurocentrism in the fight for self-determination. It serves as a reminder of the need to recognize and respect the diverse narratives and histories that shape our world, moving beyond a single, dominant perspective.
In Conclusion
The Palestine Freedom Flag is more than a piece of cloth; it is a canvas where the hopes, pains, and aspirations of the Palestinian people are vividly painted. It’s a modern symbol that connects a historical legacy with the ongoing pursuit of freedom and self-determination. In every thread and color, it carries the stories of resilience, the dreams of freedom, and the unyielding spirit of a people striving for a peaceful future.
