Flag of the United Nations

The flag of the United Nations was created on December 7, 1946, and is made up of the official emblem of the United Nations in white on a blue background. It was designed by Donal McLaughlin.Bertram, Hulen. "Origin of the UNO Seal", The New York Times, March 10, 1946. Accessed January 4, 2009.Lyons, Catherine. "UN Logo Designer Celebrates His Centennial" , United Nations Association, c. 1975. Accessed January 4, 2009.

The olive branches are a symbol for peace, and the world map represents all the people and the countries of the world.

White and blue are the official colours of the United Nations.

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