Italian Flag - National Symbol of Italy #1273057 (License: Personal Use)

The Italian flag consists of three equal vertical bands of green (hoist side), white, and red. Adopted on January 1, 1948, as the official national flag of the Italian Republic, it traces its origins to the Cisalpine Republic of 1797 and reflects ideals of liberty, equality, and fraternity during the Risorgimento. Its vibrant colors have become iconic worldwide in representing Italian culture, heritage, and identity.

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