On the modern political map of the worldthere are 194 states. They have their own symbols - a coat of arms, a flag and a hymn. The history of the creation of these shrines goes deep into the past, and each has its own legend and features. The flag of Switzerland is considered one of the most unusual in the list of states that currently exist on the political map. This country is in Western Europe and occupies a rather small area - only 41 284 km square, but its state symbols are easily recognizable in the world. There are few countries where the same elements are depicted on the shrines, and one of them is Switzerland. The flag and the coat of arms of this state have a cross and are executed in two colors: white and red.
The Confederation of Switzerland arose in the late 13th centuryas an alliance of three territories (Uri, Unterwalden and Schwyz), which combined with a defensive purpose. By the end of the 15th century a few more cantons joined the young state, and it defended its independence from Rome. Switzerland is one of the few European powers that does not interfere in major wars and maintains its neutrality. Here are the centers of many international associations. At present, 26 administrative units (cantons) and two enclaves belonging to Italy and Germany are part of this country. On the territory of Switzerland, four languages are recognized as state languages: Romansh, German, Italian and French.
A square cloth of red color with a white crossin the center is a symbol of this country from the 14th century. The first victory under this flag was won by the Swiss Union during the battle of Lupine. After this significant event, the country's situation became more solid. The colors of state symbols are the embodiment of independence, and the cross serves as a reminder of the sacredness of the freedom of their homeland. The officially accepted configuration of the canvas is different: the state flag has the form of a square, and the trade flag has a rectangle. The flag of Switzerland, or rather its shape and elements have changed over the course of their existence, but the colors remained constant.
Изображение креста на государственных символах Switzerland exemplifies the liberation of its land in the same way as the distinctive signs of the Crusaders. The arms of this country is a shield of red color, which depicts a white cross. Its official approval took place in December 1889. Currently, each administrative-territorial unit of Switzerland has its own coat of arms, in addition to the general. The appearance of the cross on the symbols of this country has several versions:
The national anthem of this country was written at the end of the 19th century, butwas officially adopted only after almost a half century. It is based on a poem by the famous poet and journalist Widmer, set to music by the church psalm Alberich Zwissing. This work was first performed by the author himself to the inhabitants of the city of Zug in 1841. For a long time, the anthem was not recognized as a state anthem, but was performed at all the patriotic events of the country. After a large number of polls and referendums, it was officially approved in 1981. To date, the Swiss Psalm has been translated into all languages operating in the country.
