the United Kingdom (1-2)

Timeline

1. 1606

   to 1801

   First Union Flag adopted

   A royal decree joined the crosses of St George and St Andrew to create the first Union Flag.

   wikipedia.org · parliament.uk

2. 1707

   to 1801

   Adopted for Great Britain

   The 1606 design became the flag of the newly formed Kingdom of Great Britain.

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3. 1801

   Current design introduced

   A red saltire for Ireland was added, creating the current design, which was set out by royal proclamation on 1 January.

   wikipedia.org · parliament.uk · crwflags.com