Flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands
territoryThe flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands was adopted on July 4, 1960. Flag of the United States. It uses 3 colours: old glory red, white and old glory blue. The official proportions are 10:19.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands |
|---|---|
| Country | United States Minor Outlying Islands |
| Official Country Name | United States Minor Outlying Islands |
| Continent | Americas |
| Region | North America |
| ISO Country Code | UM / UMI |
| Internet Domain | .us |
| Calling Code | +268 |
| Currency | United States dollar (USD) |
| National Language(s) | English |
| Demonym | American Islander |
| Area | 34 km² |
| Population | 300 (2018 est.) |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | July 4, 1960 |
| First Used | June 14, 1777 |
| Current Version Adopted | July 4, 1960 |
| Flag Proportion | 10:19 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | Old Glory Red, White, Old Glory Blue |
| Design Type | Flag of the United States |
| Official Status | Official Territorial Flag |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Glory Red | #B31942 | 179, 25, 66 | 0, 86, 63, 30 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Old Glory Blue | #0A3161 | 10, 49, 97 | 90, 49, 0, 62 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Old Glory Red colour | Represents valour and hardiness |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents purity and innocence |
| Old Glory Blue colour | Represents vigilance, perseverance and justice |
| United States flag | The Minor Outlying Islands are unincorporated US territories with no separate flag |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1777-06-14 | The design was first used |
| 1960-07-04 | The current flag was officially adopted |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
Flag Dimensions and Construction
| Official Ratio | 10:19 |
|---|---|
| Width | 10 units (hoist) |
| Length | 19 units (fly) |
United States Minor Outlying Islands Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of United States Minor Outlying Islands
| Flag Type | Use | Link |
|---|---|---|
| National Flag | National representation | View flag |
| Civil Flag | Used by civilians | View flag |
| State Flag | Used by government | View flag |
| War Flag | Used during military operations | View flag |
| Naval Ensign | Used by the navy | View flag |
| Air Force Flag | Used by the air force | View flag |
| Presidential Standard | Used by the head of state | View flag |
| Royal Standard | Used by the monarch | View flag |
| Historical Flag | Previous national flag | View flag |
Quick Facts About the Flag
| Flag Age | 66 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | July 4, 1960 |
| Oldest Version | June 14, 1777 |
| Most Common Color | Old Glory Red |
| Similar Flags | Georgia, Greece, Hawaii |
| Unique Feature | Flag of the United States |
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Facts about the Flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands
- The United States Minor Outlying Islands are a statistical grouping rather than a governed territory, and they fly the United States flag.
- Several of the individual islands have their own unofficial flags, but the grouping as a whole has none.
- The flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands was officially adopted on July 4, 1960.
- The design is older than its adoption. It was already in use in 1777, 183 years before it was formally made the flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands.
- The flag in its present form is 66 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Flag of the United States.
- The official proportions are 10:19. It shares that ratio with 4 national flags.
- The flag uses 3 colours: Old Glory Red, white and Old Glory Blue.
- The Old Glory Red on the flag stands for valour and hardiness.
- The white on the flag stands for purity and innocence.
- The Old Glory Blue on the flag stands for vigilance, perseverance and justice.
- United States flag: The Minor Outlying Islands are unincorporated US territories with no separate flag.
- The design belongs to the "Stripes with a canton" family, shared with 8 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Georgia, Greece and Hawaii.
- United States Minor Outlying Islands is a group of unincorporated United States island territories, almost all uninhabited, administered by the United States.
- It covers 34 km² and has a population of about 300 (2018 est.).
- The ISO country codes are UM and UMI. The internet domain is .us.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands
When was the flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands adopted?
The flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands was officially adopted on July 4, 1960, though the design had already been in use since 1777.
What do the colours of the flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands mean?
Old Glory Red for valour and hardiness, white for purity and innocence and Old Glory Blue for vigilance, perseverance and justice.
Is United States Minor Outlying Islands an independent country?
United States Minor Outlying Islands is a group of unincorporated United States island territories, almost all uninhabited, administered by the United States.
What do the symbols on the flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands represent?
United States flag — The Minor Outlying Islands are unincorporated US territories with no separate flag.
What are the proportions of the flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands?
The official ratio is 10:19, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 4 national flags.
Which flags look similar to the flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands?
The closest matches are Georgia, Greece and Hawaii, which share both the construction and most of the colours.
How many colours are on the flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands?
It uses 3 colours: Old Glory Red, white and Old Glory Blue.
Can I download the flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands for free?
Yes. This page offers the flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands in SVG, PNG, JPG and WebP at several sizes. The files are free to use for any purpose and no attribution is required.
How big is United States Minor Outlying Islands?
The population is about 300 (2018 est.) and the area is 34 km².
What are the colour codes of the flag of United States Minor Outlying Islands?
The HEX values are Old Glory Red #B31942, White #FFFFFF and Old Glory Blue #0A3161. RGB, CMYK and HSL equivalents are listed in the colour table on this page.