IOWA STATE FLAG

The Iowa state flag is a striking symbol that embodies the rich history and values of the Hawkeye State. Designed by Dixie Cornell Gebhardt in 1917 and officially adopted in 1921, the flag features a simple yet elegant design. Its blue background represents loyalty, justice, and truth, and it showcases a vertical red, white, and blue tricolor. The central white stripe is adorned with a bald eagle carrying a blue streamer in its beak, displaying the state's motto, "Our Liberties We Prize and Our Rights We Will Maintain." This powerful emblem reflects Iowa's commitment to upholding freedom and the preservation of its citizens' rights. The Iowa state flag, with its distinct symbolism and timeless design, proudly flies across the state, symbolizing the enduring principles and pride of its people.