Massachusetts State Flag - Official Design and Symbolism #2178658 (License: Personal Use)

The Massachusetts state flag features a deep blue shield bearing a gold-colored Native American figure holding a bow in one hand and an arrow pointed downward in the other, symbolizing peace. Above the shield is a golden arm holding a sword, representing the state’s motto “Ense Petit Placidam Sub Libertate Quietem” (By the Sword We Seek Peace, but Peace Only Under Liberty). A white star on the shield signifies Massachusetts as one of the original thirteen states.

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