Flag of Sierra Leone
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| Use | National flag and civil and state ensign  |
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| Proportion | 2:3 |
| Adopted | April 27, 1961 |
| Design | A horizontal tricolour of light green, white and light blue |
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| Variant flag of Sierra Leone | |
| Use | Naval ensign  |
| Proportion | 2:3 |
| Adopted | April 27, 1961 |
| Design | White flag with the national flag in canton |
The national flag of Sierra Leone was officially hoisted on April 27, 1961. According to the national constitution, the flag is a tricolour of green, white and blue and measures six units by nine units.[1] The green stands for the agriculture, mountains and natural resources. The blue stands for the hope that the natural harbour in Freetown will make a contribution to peace in the world. The white stands for unity and justice.
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