The flag of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a vertical tricolor of blue and yellow, with the coat of arms in the center.
Symbolism[]
The plow and sailing ship also appear on Pennsylvania's arms, and together these two symbols reflect the early commercial interests of the city—agriculture and maritime commerce. Originally, William Penn had adopted the plow as a symbol for the crest of the coat of arms of Chester County, which was under his administration. The ship derives from the seal of the Society of Traders, organized in London to promote the settlement of Pennsylvania. Philadelphia is home to the world's largest fresh-water port and has a shipbuilding industry and government navy yard.
Proposals for a new flag of Philadelphia[]
2013 flag proposal from Bresslergroup: link here.
Design submitted by Chathamben.
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