History of The Flag of South Georgia
The current flag of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands was adopted on October 3, 1985. Prior to this, as a British Overseas Territory, the islands used the Union Jack for official purposes and did not have a distinct flag. The introduction of the flag was part of a broader effort to provide unique symbols to Britain's overseas territories. The flag's design, particularly the inclusion of the coat of arms granted in 1985, is meant to reflect the islands' environmental significance, their marine life, and historical ties to the United Kingdom, especially in the context of the Antarctic and sub-Antarctic region.