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[tricker]

Although used since 1848, the flag of Luxembourg was adopted in 1972. The three colours, red, white and blue derive from the Grand Duke's coat of arms.

[willyoumind]

The national flag of Latvia was used by independent Latvia from 1918 until the country was occupied by the Soviet Union in 1940.

After regaining its independence, Latvia re-adopted on February 27, 1990 the same red-white-red flag. The red color is sometimes described as symbolizing the readiness of the Latvians to give the blood from their hearts for freedom and their willingness to defend their liberty, while the white stripe may stand for the sheet that wrapped him.

[Laurentine]

The Australian Flag is based on the Blue Ensign. It is a plain blue flag with the British Union Jack in the upper corner of the hoist. This symbolises both Australia's colonial background and the present-day membership of the British Commonwealth. Underneath is the seven-pointed Commonwealth star. Each point represents either a state or territory. On the right hand side there are five white stars in the shape of the Southern Cross, the constellation most characteristic of the Australian sky at night.

[Laurentine]

According to Ancient and Heraldic traditions much symbolism is associated with colors. The colors on the British flag represent the following:
White - peace and honesty
Red - hardiness, bravery, strength & valour
Blue - vigilance, truth and loyalty, perseverance & justice

[Lorry]

Moldova:
The blue, red, and yellow tricolor of Moldova is almost identical to the flag of Romania, reflecting the two countries' cultural affinity. On Moldova's flag the yellow stripe is charged with the national arms.