Flag of Anguilla
The flag of Anguilla on a blue background at the top left shows the Union Jack, the flag of the British mother country. It is thus a Blue Ensign. In the right half of the coat of arms of Anguilla is shown. It shows three dolphins.
History
By 1967, the Union Jack of the United Kingdom was the only flag of Anguilla. The Revolution of 1967 brought forth a new flag, were mapped to the two mermaids with a shell between them. This flag was brought by a person living in San Francisco group Anguillaner and hoisted for the first time in the destruction of the old flag. However, it was not really accepted and soon replaced by the flag of the "Three Dolphins ", which immediately became generally accepted and is still used by the islanders, although it is not official.
The three orange dolphins represent endurance, unity and stability and are arranged as a symbol of continuity circular. The flag has a white background, which stands for peace and tranquility, with a turquoise strip at the bottom, symbolizing both the surrounding sea and also faith, youth and hope.
The Three Dolphins flag was used for many years, but it was felt that Anguilla own, official flag need. Brian Canty, former Governor of Anguilla, suggested a new flag and drew some sketches that were sent for approval by Queen Elizabeth II in London.
The new, first time on 30 May 1990 hoisted flag shows on a blue background a Union Jack in the upper left corner and on the right a sign in which on a white background with turquoise base three orange dolphins can be seen. Thus, the design combines the membership of the United Kingdom and the Three Dolphins flag of Anguilla.
Governor
The Official Flag of the Governor contains the Union Jack and the coat of arms of Anguilla, surrounded by a laurel wreath. It is hoisted when the governor is staying at his residence, as well as cars and boats, with which the governor is on the way for official visits.
Coat of Arms and Seal
The coat of arms of Anguilla uses the dolphin pattern of the flag with a gold rim. The official seal is a sign in a double circle containing the words Strength and Endurance ( " strength and patience ").