Belgium Flag
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STANDARD SIZE: 60" x 35" (150 x 90 cm)
LIST PRICE: $ 28
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This flag
is professionally screen printed UAT at 300 ° F. It resists sun and rain with UV
filter - 100% Du Pont Nylon - especially knitted. It has two cords to attach,
and can be used as a wall tapestry, pole flag or for proudly exhibition. Printed
with high quality thermic inks to guarantee lifetime
durability.
HISTORY
Introduced Austust 1830
Adopted January 23, 1831
The flag, inspired by the France
three color design, displays the colors of the arms of the duchy of Brabant,
which dates back to the 12th century. The war of independence started in
Brabant and found its greatest support there so its arms became the arms of
Belgium (golden lion with red claws and tongue on black field).
Formal Name
Kingdom of Belgium
Local Name
België / Belgique
Local Formal Name
Koninkrijk België / Royaume de Belgique
Location:
Europe
Status:
UN Country
Capital City:
Brussels (Bruxelles)
Main Cities:
Antwerp, Ghent, Charleroi, Liège
Population:
10,020,000
Area [sq.km]:
30,520
Currency:
1 Euro = 100 cents
Main Languages:
Flemish (Dutch), French, German
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