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1. www.boston.gov › symbols-city-bostonSymbols of the City of Boston

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   Jul 16, 2016 · The City flag is a Continental blue and buff. The flag is five-feet long and three-and-a-half-feet wide, or within that ratio. The center of the flag features the City seal surrounded by two white rings.

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2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Flag_of_bostonFlag of Boston - Wikipedia

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   The flag of Boston consists of a sky blue field and the seal of the city of Boston, Massachusetts, United States, in the center. The flag is sometimes flown in a darker shade of blue, more of a turquoise. It was designed in 1913 and adopted by the Boston City Council on January 29, 1917.

3. www.wikiwand.com › en › articlesFlag of Boston - Wikiwand

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   The flag of Boston consists of a sky blue field and the seal of the city of Boston, Massachusetts, United States, in the center. The flag is sometimes flown in a darker shade of blue, more of a turquoise. It was designed in 1913 and adopted by the Boston City Council on January 29, 1917.

4. www.ncesc.com › what-is-a-symbol-for-bostonWhat is a symbol for Boston? - Geographic FAQ Hub ... - NCESC

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   Jun 26, 2024 · What is a symbol for Boston? Boston has several symbols that represent the city’s rich history and culture. Some of the key symbols include: The City Seal. The official seal of Boston, adopted in 1914, is a circular image that features a view of the City of Boston.

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5. www.ncesc.com › geographic-faq › does-boston-have-a-flagDoes Boston have a flag? - Geographic FAQ Hub: Answers to ...

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   May 17, 2024 · Yes, Boston does have a flag. It was designed in 1913 and adopted by the Boston City Council on January 29, 1917. The flag of Boston consists of a sky blue field and the seal of the city of Boston, Massachusetts, United States, in the center.

6. thebostondaybook.com › massachusetts-flagA Deep Dive into the History of Massachusetts Flag

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   Mar 20, 2024 · From its humble colonial beginnings to its current emblematic representation, the flag has served as a powerful symbol of identity, pride, and unity for the people of Massachusetts. Each iteration of the flag reflects the evolving values, struggles, and triumphs of the state and its inhabitants.

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   What does the Boston flag look like?

   • The flag of Boston consists of a sky blue field and the seal of the city of Boston, Massachusetts, United States, in the center. The flag is sometimes flown in a darker shade of blue, more of a turquoise. It was designed in 1913 and adopted by the Boston City Council on January 29, 1917.

   Flag of Boston - Wikipedia

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   What are the symbols of Boston?

   • Learn about the symbols of Boston, and how we display them. The City flag is a Continental blue and buff. The flag is five-feet long and three-and-a-half-feet wide, or within that ratio. The center of the flag features the City seal surrounded by two white rings.

   Symbols of the City of Boston

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   What does the Boston flag symbolize?

   • On a typical day, the American flag, the Massachusetts flag, and the City of Boston’s flag wave from three flagpoles. Boston’s flag, when flying there at full mast, symbolizes the city. When flying at halfstaff, it conveys a community message of sympathy or somber remembrance. When displayed at other public buildings, it marks the mayor’s presence.

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   Does Boston have a city flag?

   • Boston's city ordinance to make a city flag also made a "municipal standard". This flag's obverse is the same as the city flag, besides the addition of a buff stripe on three sides. The reverse of this flag has a seal displaying the "trimountain", the original three hills Boston was built on.

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   When did Boston start using a city flag?

   • It was designed in 1913 and adopted by the Boston City Council on January 29, 1917. The city flag was originally used in the 1913 Columbus Day celebration and other holidays in an unofficial capacity for three years until it was officially adopted by the city government on January 29, 1917.

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   What does the Massachusetts flag symbolize?

   • Above the shield is a gold star representing Massachusetts’ status as one of the original thirteen colonies. The state motto, “Ense Petit Placidam, Sub Libertate Quietem,” is displayed on a blue ribbon below the shield. The symbolism of the Massachusetts flag reflects the state’s rich history and diverse heritage.

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8. www.boston.com › local-news › 2019/03/06Does Boston need to replace its flag?

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   Mar 6, 2019 · Given the choice between the city’s existing SOB flag and three other concepts that all adhered to the “Good Flag, Bad Flag” principles, 83 percent of residents voted to keep the original...