What is the origin of the Portugal flag?

The first heraldic symbol that can be associated with what would become the Portuguese nation was on the shield used by Henry of Burgundy, Count of Portugal since 1095, during his battles with the Moors. This shield consisted of a blue cross over a white field.

Who is the inventor of flag?

While the flag has undergone changes in the past decades, its basic framework is credited to Pingali Venkayya. On India’s 73rd Independence Day, ThePrint looks back at the life of Venkayya and his contribution to India’s national flag.

Who did Vasco da Gama sail?

In 1497, explorer Vasco da Gama was commissioned by the Portuguese king to find a maritime route to the East. His success in doing so proved to be one of the more instrumental moments in the history of navigation. He subsequently made two other voyages to India and was appointed as Portuguese viceroy in India in 1524.

When was Portugal founded?

October 5, 1143
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Who designed Tiranga flag?

Pingali Venkayya
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Which country had the first flag?

of Denmark
The country with the oldest flag in the world is that of Denmark. The Danish flag, called the Danneborg, dates back to 13th century A.D. It is believed to have been in existence since June 15, 1219 though it was officially recognised as the national flag in 1625. Flags, themselves, date further back.

What does the flag of Portugal symbolize?

The flag of Portugal is red and green; the Portuguese coat of arms is pictured where the two colors meet. The green symbolizes hope for the future; the red symbolizes the blood of the nation. The five blue small shields represent the five Moorish kings who were defeated by the first King of Portugal.

Who was the Portuguese sailor who reached Calicut in 1948 trade?

explorer Vasco de Gama
Portuguese explorer Vasco de Gama becomes the first European to reach India via the Atlantic Ocean when he arrives at Calicut on the Malabar Coast. Da Gama sailed from Lisbon, Portugal, in July 1497, rounded the Cape of Good Hope, and anchored at Malindi on the east coast of Africa.