Sweden
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The Swedish flag features a golden-yellow Nordic cross on a blue background. The colors are believed to be inspired by the Swedish coat of arms, which dates to 1442 and features three golden crowns on a blue field. The design follows the Scandinavian cross tradition established by Denmark's Dannebrog.
Sweden celebrates its National Day and Flag Day on June 6, though it only became an official public holiday in 2005.
Adopted: 1906
