Until 1967, the only flag flown in Anguilla was
the Union Jack of Great Britain. The 1967 revolution prompted the
introduction of another flag, featuring two mermaids with a shell
between them. This flag was sent by a group of Anguillians living
in San Francisco and was hoisted when the Statehood flag was torn
down. It was never really accepted and was soon replaced by the
Three Dolphins flag, which immediately became popular and is still
used by many People today, although unofficially. The three dolphins
are coloured orange, to represent endurance unity and strength,
and are in a circle for continuity. The flag has a white background,
for peace and tranquility, with a turquoise-blue base representing
the surrounding sea and also faith, youth and hope.
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Mermaid Flag
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The 'Union Jack and the Three Dolphins flags were used
for many years but there was a strong feeling that Anguilla should
have its own official flag. A previous Governor of Anguilla,
Mr. Brian Canty, suggested a new flag and drew sketches which
were sent to London for approval by Her Majesty the Queen. The
new flag, which was first hoisted on 30 May 1990, is a blue ensign
with a Union Jack in the top left corner and a shield on the
right side which shows three orange dolphins on a white background
with a turquoise-blue base. The design thus incorporates affiliation
to Britain and the Anguilla Three Dolphins flag.
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The 3 Dolphins Flag |
