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The flag of Autonomous Region of Madeira consists of a blue-gold-blue vertical triband with a Cross of Christ in the center.
History[]
The flag of the now defunct Madeira Archipelago Liberation Front (FLAMA) is composed of a blue-yellow-blue vertical triband, and in the yellow sections there are five small shields also present in the Portuguese flag, and are usually called "Quinas" when in a group.
FLAMA's flag - very similar in design to what would become the flag of Madeira.
Symbolism[]
Colors[]
The blue represents the environment that characterizes insularity and represents nobility, beauty and serenity. The gold mirrors the mildness of the archipelago's climate and symbolizes wealth, strength, faith, purity and constancy.
Cross of the Order of Christ[]
The Cross of the Order of Christ alludes to the following historical facts:
- The archipelago was discovered by two knights of the Household: Henry the Navigator, who was Grand Master of the Military Order of Christ; João Gonçalves Zarco and Tristão Vaz Teixeira; becoming therefore a symbol of connection with Portugal.
- Since its discovery, the archipelago was property of the Order of Christ, which promoted its settlement (only in the reign of D. Manuel the archipelago was called to the direct possession of the Portuguese Crown).
Redesigns[]
Madeira alternate flag concept by HolonZeias, Jul 2023. (Deviantart post)
Madeira flag redesign by Grentao, Dec 2024.
Madeira Republic flag by Plearrould, May 2025.
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