France National Flag - Official Tricolore Design and Symbolism #2124115 (License: Personal Use)

This image displays the national flag of France, known as the *tricolore*, consisting of three vertical bands of cobalt blue, white, and scarlet red in a 2:3 ratio. The design originated during the French Revolution and was standardized in 1853; the blue stripe is positioned at the hoist side (left), followed by white and then red. It represents the core republican values of *liberté, égalité, fraternité*.

Used on government websites, educational resources, international events, and travel content to represent France; matches user intent for learning about national symbols, flag identification, or preparing multilingual/cultural materials.