History of The Flag of Saint Kitts and Nevis
The flag of Saint Kitts and Nevis was officially adopted on September 19, 1983, the day of the country's independence from Britain. The flag was the result of a national competition to design a national flag that would represent the newly independent nation. The winning design was conceived by Edrice Lewis, a local student. This flag replaced the British Blue Ensign, which was used during the colonial period. The design was chosen for its distinctive symbolism and representation of the island's identity, aspirations, and natural environment. Since its adoption, the flag has come to embody the pride and unity of Saint Kitts and Nevis as a sovereign nation.