NATO Flag

History

The NATO flag was introduced on October 14, 1953, four years after the founding of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. The design was created to give the alliance a distinct identity and has remained essentially unchanged since.

Colors

Dark Blue, White

Dark blue represents the Atlantic Ocean; white represents peace.

Symbols

Four-pointed star compass rose on dark blue field

The compass rose points in four directions, representing the alliance's readiness to defend in any direction. The circle represents unity.