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Meaning of the Flag

The flag of the Cayman Islands consists of a Blue Ensign defaced with the British overseas territory's coat of arms. Adopted in 1959 to supplement the Union Jack and to replace the flag of the Colony of Jamaica, it has been the flag of the Cayman Islands since the territory was granted self-government that year. The blue and white waves evoke the Caribbean Sea, while the three green stars represent the territory's three islands of Grand Cayman, Little Cayman, and Cayman Brac. The turtle alludes to the original Spanish name for the islands (Las Tortugas), as well as its tradition of seafaring. The motto, "He hath founded it upon the seas", is derived from the Book of Psalms 24:2, and recognises the Christian patrimony of the islands.

Meaning of Flag Colors

Blue, White

Flag History

1. 1959–1999
   

   This was adopted as a proxy national flag in 1959, after authorisation was granted by the Admiralty.
2. 1988
   The usage of both the Blue Ensign and the Red Ensign – a courtesy flag flown unofficially on private ships – was ultimately authorised in 1988.
3. 1951–1957
   

   Flag in use 1951–1957.
4. 1958–1967
   

   Flag in use 1958–1967.
5. 1801
   

   Flag in use 1801.
6. 1959–present
   

   Current national flag, in use since 1959.

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