Three horizontal red-white-red stripes with blue canton bearing 13 stars and state coat of arms.
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Three horizontal bars of red, white, red, with a blue canton carrying a ring of stars around the state’s coat of arms. The pillars and arch represent the Constitution, supported by wisdom, justice and moderation. Georgia’s flag nods to the national Stars and Stripes while declaring its own creed.
Flag Symbolism & Meaning
13 stars
Represent Georgia as one of the original colonies.
coat of arms
Highlights Constitution, wisdom, justice, and moderation.
red, white, red stripes
Modeled after Confederate Stars and Bars.
Historical Timeline
Georgia admitted as the 4th state.
Current flag adopted.
Fascinating Facts
Georgia has had several flag redesigns in modern times.
Known as the Peach State for its agricultural heritage.
For Students & Teachers
Key Learning Points (5-12)
Explain connection to Confederate flag history.
Identify Georgia’s motto and coat of arms.
State Information
- Population
- 10,711,908
- Area
- 59,425
- Founded
- 1788-01-02
- Region
- Southeast