Famously called Tricolor meaning "three colors" with its blue, white, and red vertical bands. Symbolizing "freedom, equality, and benevolence", this flag has had the most influence on flags of world. The three colors are derived from the Parisien citizens' militia in the French Revolution combining the red and blue cap badge with white cap badges. In 1794, this Tricolor was officially established as the republic's national flag.
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Area | Capital | Language | Major industry | Currency |
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552,000km² | Paris | French | Chemical, Machinery, Food, Textile, Agriculture, Industry | Euro |