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Before Florida donned the stars and stripes, it tried on quite a few different looks. Spanish conquistadors, French explorers, and British colonists all left their mark, each bringing their own flags to fly over Florida's shores. It was like a centuries-long fashion show, with Florida as the reluctant model.

Now, you might think Florida's flag sprang into existence fully formed, like Athena from Zeus's head. But hold your horses (or should I say, hold your alligators?). This flag's got a family tree more tangled than Spanish moss.

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The Ohio burgee is the official name of the swallowtail shape of the flag. The left side is flat, and the right side leads into a concave triangle, being less wide from top to bottom than the left side, because of an angle slightly less than 90 degrees on the top and bottom leading into the end. This design can be seen here.

The design was created by designer and architect John Eisenmann of Cleveland. It was adopted by the state legislature on 9 May, 1902. On the 100th anniversary of its adoption in 2002, the legislature created an optional end to the US pledge of allegiance for Ohioans (in the presence of the Ohio Flag), 'I salute the flag of the state of Ohio and pledge to the Buckeye State respect and loyalty.'

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You'll see it in every county courthouse, sure. But it's also a staple in classrooms across the state, helping kids learn about Florida history (and giving them something to doodle during boring lessons). It shows up on all sorts of souvenirs, because nothing says "I survived Florida" like a t-shirt with a state flag on it.

The seal itself, though? That was a different story. Picture this: the sun's rays blazing over distant highlands, a cocoa tree standing tall, a steamboat chugging along, and an Indian woman scattering flowers like she's in some kind of tropical version of a Renaissance painting. It was a hot mess of symbolism, but hey, at least it was Florida's hot mess.

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On the left side is a large, blue triangle with a circle in the centre and several stars. The blue triangle represents the hills and valleys of Ohio. The circle, red on the inside and white on the outside, represents several things. They are - the Northwest Territory, the 'O' at the beginning of the name of the state, and the prominence of buckeyes in the state, hence Ohio's nickname of the 'Buckeye State.' Near the base of the triangle are 13 white stars, representing the 13 original states in the USA. At the right peak of the triangle are four white stars, which, when added to the 13 other stars, represent that it was the 17th state added to the Union, as it attained statehood on 1 March, 1803.

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Now, you might think this flag just hangs out in Tallahassee, waving lazily over government buildings. But you'd be wrong. This flag gets around more than a snowbird with an unlimited bus pass.

Let's dive into the fascinating journey of Florida's state flag, shall we? It's a tale as winding as the Everglades and as colorful as a Key West sunset.

There are five red and white stripes on the right side of the flag. The middle one is red, with two white stripes in between the outside red stripes. The border red stripes are angled to be parallel to the edge of the flag, while the centre red stripe is perpendicular to the left edge. The sides of either white stripe touching the centre red stripe share the angle, and the sides of either white stripe touching the outer red stripes share the angle, making it so that the two sides of the white stripes are not parallel with each other. These stripes represent the roads and the waterways (specifically canals - two of the most famous canals in Ohio are the Erie and Miami).

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Fast forward to 1845. Florida's finally made it to the big leagues - statehood! Time for a wardrobe upgrade, right? Well, sort of. It took until 1868 for Florida to strut its stuff with an official state flag. And let me tell you, they went all out... by slapping the state seal on a white background. It was simple, sure, but about as exciting as a lecture on swamp grass taxonomy.

But in 1821, Florida finally said "I do" to Uncle Sam, becoming a U.S. territory. Did it immediately get its own flag? Well, not exactly. At first, Florida played it safe with a design that screamed "new kid trying to fit in": a white field with the U.S. stars and stripes tucked up in the corner. It was the vexillological equivalent of wearing your older sibling's hand-me-downs.

These debates pop up from time to time, like afternoon thunderstorms in a Florida summer. They're a reminder that symbols, even beloved ones, can mean different things to different people. It's all part of the ongoing conversation about how we represent our shared history and values.

So there you have it, folks. Florida's flag isn't just a pretty design. It's a history lesson, a symbol of state pride, and occasionally a topic of heated debate, all rolled into one. It's flown through hurricanes and heat waves, over space shuttle launches and spring break parties. It's seen Florida grow from a frontier territory to a major player on the national stage.

Now, I know what you're thinking. "It's just a red cross on a white background with a fancy seal. What's the big deal?" Oh, my friend, you couldn't be more wrong. This flag is practically bursting with meaning. It's like the Da Vinci Code of state flags, only with less Tom Hanks and more sunshine.

Now, let's zip ahead to 1900. Enter Governor Francis P. Fleming, a man who looked at Florida's flag and thought, "You know what this needs? More pizzazz!" His brilliant idea? Add a big red cross. But not just any cross - a diagonal one, inspired by the Cross of Burgundy that flew over Florida during its Spanish colonial days. It was like Florida's flag was finally embracing its rebellious teenage phase, getting in touch with its roots while also standing out from the crowd.

And let's not forget sports. Several Florida teams have incorporated elements of the flag into their logos or uniforms. It's like they're wearing a little piece of Florida pride every time they hit the field (or court, or rink - yes, Florida has ice rinks, surprising as that may seem).

The flag of Ohio is one of the most unique of all the states in the USA. It uses familiar symbolism that is common throughout most of the flags of the states - as well as having a design similar to the flag of the USA. What makes this flag different is that it deviates from the standard rectangle design of US flags - and in fact is the only US state flag that is not rectangular. It is also not a triangle. It is similar to the cavalry guidon flag used by Union forces in the American Civil War.

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This new design wasn't just about looks, though. Fleming was thinking practically. See, flags have this annoying habit of hanging limp on windless days, looking about as inspiring as a wet beach towel. But with that bold red cross, even on the calmest day, you'd be able to tell Florida's flag from, say, Alabama's. It was a win-win: historical nod and practical solution, all in one stylish package.

Next time you spot that red cross on white, with its circle of intricate imagery at the center, take a moment to appreciate it. It's not just a flag - it's Florida's story, waving for all to see. And who knows? Maybe someday you'll win a bar trivia night with your newfound knowledge of Floridian vexillology. Stranger things have happened... especially in Florida.

Now, I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that not everyone's a fan of our red-crossed friend. Some folks have raised eyebrows at that diagonal cross, muttering about its resemblance to the Confederate Battle Flag. Others have complained that the seal is too detailed - try drawing that thing from memory and you'll see what they mean.