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Massachusetts

United States, Massachusetts

Flag

Adopted: 1971

The Massachusetts state flag features the state seal on a blue field, depicting a Native American holding a bow and arrow with a star above, representing the Commonwealth's indigenous heritage and sovereignty.

Flag fun fact: The Native American on the flag is said to represent the Wampanoag people, who were instrumental in the survival of early European settlers.

Colors

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Design elements

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Flag family: None

Context

Parent country:Flag of United StatesUnited States

Government type: State

Capital city: Boston

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