France Flag - National Symbol of the French Republic #2043631 (License: Personal Use)

The French flag, known as the *tricolore*, consists of three equal vertical bands of blue, white, and red. It was first adopted in 1794 during the French Revolution and has remained the official national flag since 1830, representing the core republican values of liberty, equality, and fraternity. The design has inspired numerous other national flags worldwide.

Used on government websites, educational resources, travel guides, and international event pages to represent France; matches user intent for learning about national symbols, history, or preparing for travel/events involving France.