West Virginia State Flag - Official Design and Symbolism #317186 (License: Personal Use)

The flag features the state seal encircled by a laurel wreath, flanked by two figures-a farmer and a miner-representing agriculture and industry. At the center, a rock bears the date “June 20, 1863”, marking West Virginia’s admission to the Union, while the motto “Montani Semper Liberi” (Mountaineers Are Always Free) appears on a red ribbon below. The design is set against a white field bordered in blue, reflecting the state’s identity and heritage.

This image is used on government websites, educational resources, and civic pages to illustrate West Virginia’s official symbolism; it serves users seeking historical, governmental, or patriotic information about the state.