This flag is a former version of Kuwait.
Sulaimi flag used
A red flag with a serrated white ribbon was raised during Sheikh Sabah I’s rule and remained in use until 1871.
Version used 1899–1909
A red flag with white crescent, star, and Arabic inscription, according to historical flag listings.
Special flag flown for Curzon
During Lord Curzon’s visit, Kuwait raised a red flag bearing the white Arabic motto “We trust in God.”
Red flag with Kuwait inscription
Kuwait adopted a red flag bearing the Arabic word for Kuwait after its Ottoman flag caused confusion during wartime.
Shahada addedThis flag
Sheikh Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah added the Shahada to the red flag.
Version used 1921–1940
The red flag with the Shahada added.
Version used 1940–1961
The red flag with the Shahada and a stylized falcon’s claw.
Current flag adopted
Kuwait adopted the green, white, and red triband with a black trapezium on 7 September and officially hoisted it on 24 November.
