Flag of Illinois

Facts, history and meaning about the flag of Illinois

The state flag of Illinois is a striking design that features the state seal in the center, surrounded by a white field with a blue border. The state seal depicts a bald eagle perched on a rock, clutching a banner that reads "State Sovereignty, National Union." In the eagle's beak is a ribbon that reads "E Pluribus Unum," meaning "out of many, one."

The state seal also includes a shield with the Illinois state motto, "State Sovereignty, National Union," which represents the state's commitment to both state and federal government. The shield is flanked by two dates, 1818 and 1868, representing the years of Illinois' statehood and the restoration of the Union after the Civil War.

The blue border around the flag features 21 white stars, representing Illinois' position as the 21st state admitted to the Union. The stars are arranged in the shape of a wreath, symbolizing the state's abundance of natural resources.

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