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Trinidad and Tobago

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Quick Facts

Capital

Port of Spain

Population

1.4M

Area

5,128 km²

Density

273 /km²

Median age

36.8 yrs

Description

Adoption

31 August 1962 (independence, 64 years).

Designed byCarlisle Chang (1962).

Design & Symbolism

Specs plus what each color and emblem means on this flag — tap an element to reveal its meaning.

Proportions

3:5

Shape

Rectangular

Colors

Red#E00000 · Pantone 186 C

Red depicts the warmth of the sun, energy and the courage of the people.

Black#000000

The black band depicts the wealth and strength of the land, and the people's dedication.

White#FFFFFF

The white borders depict the sea, purity and equality.

Construction details

Proportions 3:5. A red field crossed by a broad black diagonal band, from the upper hoist to the lower fly, edged with white on both sides.

Construction sheet

Etiquette & protocol

How the flag should be used and displayed with respect.

Specific rules — Trinidad and Tobago

The flag is honoured on 31 August, Independence Day.
It flies on public buildings and at official ceremonies.

Common conventions

Keep the flag clean and never let it touch the ground.
Never fly a torn or faded flag — repair or replace it.
Illuminate the flag if it stays up at night.
Never use the flag as clothing, packaging or advertising.
Dispose of a worn flag respectfully, not in the trash.

Did you know?

Its three colours depict the three elements: fire (red, the sun), water (white, the sea) and earth (black).

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