- Flag of Montreal
The Flag of
Montreal was first displayed in May1939 , and is based on the city's coat of arms. The flag's proportions are 1:2.ymbolism
The red heraldic cross represents the "Christian motives and principles which governed the founders of the city," according to the city's official web site. Somewho claim it is
St George's Cross , used to commemorate a visit to Montreal by King George VI.The four floral emblems represent the four main European ethnic groups that initially settled the city. Clockwise from top left, they are:
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Coat of Arms of Montreal External links
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