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16 intriguing world flags and their hidden meanings

Samantha LeeDec 3, 2015, 23:35 IST

Our national flags are a part of our identities, but what else do we know beyond recognizing their shapes and colors?

From Austria's legendary blood-splattered tunic to North Korea's flag of purity and friendship, here are the hidden meanings behind 16 flags from around the world.

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