Chicago Flag - Symbolism, History, and Design of the City’s Official Banner #1922286 (License: Personal Use)

The Chicago flag consists of two light blue horizontal stripes symbolizing Lake Michigan and the North and South Branches of the Chicago River, separated by three white stripes. Four red six-pointed stars in the center represent pivotal moments in the city’s history: Fort Dearborn (1803), the Great Chicago Fire (1871), the World’s Columbian Exposition (1893), and the Century of Progress Exposition (1933). Each star has six points, denoting important attributes like transportation, labor, and commerce.

This image is commonly used on municipal websites, educational resources, tourism pages, and civic identity content. It serves users seeking information about Chicago’s history, symbols, or official emblems-often for school projects, travel planning, or local pride initiatives.