Virginia State Flag - Official Design, Symbolism, and History #1371120 (License: Personal Use)

The flag of Virginia consists of a deep blue field bearing the state’s seal in the center, which illustrates the allegorical figure of Virtus (personifying virtue and the Commonwealth) standing over a defeated tyrant, symbolizing liberty and resistance to oppression. The seal is encircled by a green wreath of laurel and oak, representing victory and strength, with the Latin motto “Sic Semper Tyrannis” (“Thus Always to Tyrants”) inscribed below. Adopted in its current form in 1861, the design reflects Virginia’s foundational role in American independence and its enduring republican ideals.

This image is commonly used on government websites, educational resources, civic pages, and historical content about U.S. states. It serves users seeking official state symbols, visual references for presentations, or background on Virginia’s heritage and identity.