The Flag of Hungary
The flag of Hungary is a tricolor featuring three horizontal bands of equal width, colors from top to bottom are red, white, and green. This design is a classic example of the European tricolor tradition and is symbolic of Hungarian national pride.
History
The colors of the Hungarian flag have their origins in the national coat of arms which dates back to the Middle Ages. The red represents strength and bravery, white symbolizes faithfulness and fidelity, and green stands for hope and the joy of life. The current tricolor format was officially adopted during the 1848 revolution, inspired by the French flag as a symbol of liberty. Throughout Hungary's tumultuous history, the flag has undergone periods of modification, particularly during times of foreign domination or political upheaval. However, the tricolor of red, white, and green was reinstated and has remained the symbol of Hungary since the end of the communist era in 1989, embodying the nation's struggle for independence and sovereignty.