The Virginia flag is a blue banner with the state’s seal located in the center. The seal depicts the lady Virtus standing over a man, with a crown knocked off of his head, which represents tyranny. It features the Latin phrase “Sic semper tyrannis”.
The Virginia flag was adopted in 1861.
Here are some quick facts about the state of Virginia.
Population: 7,078,678
Year of Admission into the Union: 1788
Nickname(s): Mother of Presidents, Old Dominion
Motto(s): Sic semper tyrannis
Capital City: Richmond
Largest City: Virginia Beach
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