The National Flag
of
Malta

The national Flag of Malta consists of two equal vertical stripes, white in the hoist and red in the fly. A representation of the George Cross, awarded to Malta by His Majesty King George VI on the 15th April 1942, is carried, edged with red, in the canton of the white stripe.

According to tradition, the National Colors were given to the Maltese by Count Roger in 1090. Roger the Norman had landed in Malta to oust the Arabs from the Island. Out of regard for their hospitality Roger gave the Maltese part of the pennant of the Hautevilles to serve as their colors.

Here is a .gif of the flag which you can download if you wish.

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