France Flag - Official National Flag of the French Republic #1371147 (License: Personal Use)

The French national flag, known as the *tricolore*, consists of three equal vertical bands of blue (hoist side), white, and red. It was first adopted in 1794 during the French Revolution and has remained the official flag of France since 1830, representing the core republican values of liberty, equality, and fraternity. Its design influenced 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, preparing for travel, or verifying official imagery.