Taiwan is an island located in the Pacific Ocean 150 kilometers from the mainland of the People’s Republic of China. The strait of Taiwan separates the island and the mainland. Officially, Taiwan is part of the PRC as an administrative unit. Xinbei is the largest metropolitan area.
Taiwan flag: photo and description
The flag of the Republic of China has a rectangular shape in red, a quarter of which is a blue rectangle. The blue rectangle depicts a white sun, from which 12 of the same rays emanate, which is a symbol of the Kuomintang.
Taiwan Flag Meaning
In heraldry, each symbol has its own meaning. Red earth, white sun and blue sky symbolize the Republic of China. The Kuomintang (Conservative Political Party of the Republic of China) had its own emblem and flag - The sky was saturated blue with white sun. The twelve rays are a symbol of twelve months and twelve Chinese watches, which symbolize progress. Every Chinese hour is equal to two modern hours. Party symbols began to be used in 1928.
Taiwan flag history
The flag of Taiwan is inextricably linked with the historical past of the PRC. It has long been a Chinese national symbol, and then was replaced by a communist one.
It is believed that the flag of Taiwan was designed by Lu Hao-Tung, it was used during the rebellion against the Manchus. The rebellion was led by Sun Yat-Sen. Then, after the Chinese lost the war to the French, the blue flag became a symbol of the struggle against the French. In 1900, the I-he-chuan secret society used the current flag of Taiwan during the uprising.
In 1906, a red color was added to the flag canvas, symbolizing the blood of patriots and the struggle for independence. Since 1911, different symbols have been used:
- Flag with five stripes.
- Flag with 18 stars of gold color.
The current flag of Taiwan dates from May 5, 1921, although this date is not accurate. According to other sources, the official date is June 30, 1924.
This is not all symbolism. The anthem, the flag of Taiwan with a plum flower is a state symbol of the state. The plum flower was approved in 1964, it is of great importance for the people of the country. Plum was not chosen by chance, as it can survive in the most severe climatic conditions. So the people of Taiwan survived many historical events. Plum flower consists of 3 stamens and 5 petals. Stamens symbolize three popular principles, and petals - five state branches of power:
- Executive.
- Trial.
- Legislative.
- Administrative
- Control.
However, China does not recognize power on the island. Taiwan is not a member of the UN, but until 1971, he represented the interests of China. Since Taiwan was not recognized, national symbols could not be used in sports competitions. Therefore, unofficially, athletes used symbolism with the image of a plum flower.
Taiwan also has the flag of the president of the state and the land flag. The first was adopted in 1928 by President Chiang Kai-shek.