Montenegro

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The national flag of Montenegro has a rich history and it was of several variants. The current flag is a red banner with broader golden edges all everywhere the red field with the coat of arms of Montenegro in its midpoint. Montenegro's coat of arms comprises of a golden, double-headed eagle which characterizes the unity of church and state. The eagle holds a scepter and a blue orb, which are symbols of power and authority just like the gold crown) as well as the royal history. These two objects also have the cross on them. Defensive the eagle is a shield festooned with the Lion of Judah, representing the Biblical theme of revival. The red color might symbolize the blood of Christ given the attachment to that the country has. It is also the symbol of the blood that was shed in the quest for independence. The gold surrounding the red color on all edges also shows the royal heritage that it once had.

Montenegro

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