The Flag of Tunisia

The flag of Tunisia was officially adopted on October 20, 1827, during the reign of Al-Husayn II ibn Mahmud, the Bey of Tunis. The design was inspired by the naval ensign of the Ottoman Empire, which had control over Tunisia at the time, combined with distinctive local elements to create a unique national symbol. The flag underwent minor modifications but its essential features remained unchanged. It was retained as the national flag when Tunisia gained independence from France on March 20, 1956. The red and white colors are said to symbolize the blood of martyrs and peace, respectively, while the crescent and star are traditional symbols of Islam, reflecting the country's majority Muslim population.