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Breton Flag

Flag symbol of Breton culture

Emblematic flag of Brittany

This flag is made up of 9 horizontal black and white stripes (representing Upper and Lower Brittany), and in the upper left-hand corner, a number of black ermine spots on a white background. The ermine spots are the coat of arms of Brittany. The number is not fixed, but the most common version consists of 11 ermine spots in 3 horizontal rows.

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The Gwenn ha Du, the Breton flag

The Breton flag, known as the "Gwenn ha Du" (white and black in Breton), is a powerful symbol of Breton identity and culture. It consists of nine alternating black and white horizontal stripes, representing the nine ancient provinces of Brittany: five black stripes for the Breton-speaking provinces (Léon, Cornouaille, Trégor, Pays Vannetais and Pays de Saint-Brieuc), and four white stripes for the Gallo-speaking provinces (Pays Rennais, Pays Nantais, Pays de Dol and Pays de Saint-Malo). In the top left-hand corner, a white canton features eleven black ermine spots, symbolising Brittany's nobility and sovereignty.

Created by Morvan Marchal in 1923, the Gwenn ha Du has become an emblem of Breton culture and identity. It is hoisted at cultural events, local festivals such as the Fête de la Saint-Yves, and demonstrations for regional autonomy. The flag reflects Brittany's rich history and language, as well as its spirit of resistance and pride.