Indeed, the history of Sarawak’s flags is rather convoluted with many variations to the stories on their designs. Sarawak is one of the states that has changed its flags a number of times to historically set the state apart from the other states in Malaysia.įrom research, it is believed Sarawak is most possibly the only state in Malaysia found to have the most variations of its flag since it was first created in 1845 by the first Rajah James Brooke. Its design as rich and colourful as the country or the state it represents. Whether there is alteration or not, each country or state finds representation, individuality and pride in its flag, the meaning of
The first official state flag flown between 18. However, some national or state flags have seen a variety of designs since their creations. Many countries or states have retained the same flag design since inception or only undergone slight alterations. The history of a nation can often be told by chronologically examining its flags, and the reasons for these changes are as strong as the country’s or the state’s beliefs.Ĭhanges can occur for many reasons, including shift in political power, progression in national structure, re-imagining of a country’s or the state’s political or structural future and changing country demographic and national interest. Just as countries or states evolve and change, so do the messages represented in their flags. It might be surprising to discover that many flags are updated frequently due to changes in government, territory or beliefs. (ie horns pointing to sinister) and a yellow 14-pointed star. This means a red flag with seven horizontal white stripes the upper-left (hoist) quarter is blue with a yellow waning crescent In blazon, the Malaysian flag is described as “a banner Gules, seven bars Argent the canton Azure charged with decrescent and mullet of 14 points. The yellow of the star and crescent is the royal colour of the Malay rulers. The blue canton symbolises the unity of the Malaysian people. The crescent represents Islam, the country’s official religion. The 14 stripes of equal width, represent the equal status in the federation of the 13 member states and the federal government while the 14 points of the star represent the unity among these entities. It comprises a field of 14 alternating red and white stripes along the fly and a blue canton bearing a crescent and a 14-point star known as the Bintang Persekutuan (Federal Star). When looking at the flags of countries around the world, each holds a special meaning - from the images and colours used to the way it has evolved over time. This flag was used by the first Rajah of Sarawak James Brooke between 18. Every country has a flag - some beautiful, some incredibly boring. This is true of a state flag as well.įor example, on July 22, over 5,000 people converged at Song Kheng Hai Ground in Padungan, waving both the old and new Sarawak flags for the 722 Sarawak Freedom and Independence Day Walk to commemorate Sarawak’s Independence Day (July 22, 1963).įlags had been used before recorded history as symbols of political and social movements, peoples and even individuals. It is flown publicly by the government and the people on historic occasions. The national flag is the symbol of unity. The national flag is known as Jalur Gemilang - the central theme and pride of the nation.Ī month before the National Day celebration, it is not unusual to see vehicles flying the colours of Jalur Gemilang.
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National and state flags can also be seen hanging from windows and buildings in the state. The current Sarawak state flag has been in use since 1988.ĪS usual, in August, Federal government and corporate buildings nationwide will be spruced up with the colours of the national flag in the fortnight or so leading up to National Day.
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