Flag of Saint Kitts and Nevis - stock photo

The flag of Saint Kitts and Nevis features a green field with diagonal black and red stripes running from the bottom left corner to the top right corner. The black stripe represents the African heritage of the nation, while the red symbolizes the struggle for freedom and independence. In the center of the flag is a yellow-edged black isosceles triangle pointing towards the fly, with two five-pointed yellow stars within it. The stars represent the islands of Saint Kitts and Nevis, and the yellow color signifies the sun, prosperity, and hope for the future. The flag was officially adopted on September 19, 1983, when Saint Kitts and Nevis gained independence from the United Kingdom.