The flag of Wales (Welsh: Baner Cymru or Y Ddraig Goch, meaning 'the red dragon') consists of a red dragon passant on a green and white field. As with many heraldic charges, the exact representation of the dragon is not standardised in law.

flag of a constituent unit of the United Kingdom, flown subordinate to the Union Jack, that has horizontal stripes of white and green bearing a large red dragon. During the era of Roman rule in Britain, a vexilloid (flaglike standard) was introduced that may have been invented in Persia (Iran).

The flag of Wales is a rectangle in the ratio 3:5. It is divided longitudinally into two halves: The upper one white and the lower one green. A red dragon adorns the flag, facing the flag post.

Ever wondered why Wales' flag has a red dragon on it, or how it came to be associated with the country? Here you'll find everything you need to know about the legend of Y Ddraig Goch (the red dragon), from its mystical beginnings to its present day uses.

2023年9月9日 · The flag originated in the 7th Century by the Romans but it was officially recognised as Wales' national flag in 1959

2019年7月6日 · Why is the red dragon (Y Ddraig Goch) the emblem of Wales? It is flown across the world to mark sporting events and St David's Day every 1 March. But do you know where the flag came from, and why...

2011年2月1日 · In 1959, after successful lobbying by the Gorsedd of Bards and others, Queen Elizabeth II made the red dragon on a green and white background the official flag for Wales.

2024年3月1日 · The Welsh flag holds deep symbolism for the people of Wales. The red dragon embodies courage, strength, and protection. It reflects the spirit of defiance and independence cherished by the Welsh nation.