Pennsylvania State Flag - Official Design, Symbolism & History #206897 (License: Personal Use)

The Pennsylvania state flag features a deep blue field with the state coat of arms at its center, which includes a shield depicting a ship, plow, and sheaf of wheat, symbolizing commerce, labor, and agriculture. Flanking the shield are two black horses, representing strength and perseverance, while a bald eagle perched above signifies loyalty to the United States; the red ribbon below bears the Latin motto “Virtue, Liberty, and Independence.” The flag was officially adopted in 1907 and is used in government, educational, and civic contexts across the Commonwealth.

This image is commonly used on government websites, educational resources, historical articles, and civic pages about Pennsylvania. It serves users seeking official state symbols, patriotic content, or visual references for presentations and publications about U.S. state flags.