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Flags and Symbols
 
 Netherlands' Flag
The Netherlands' flag was officially adopted on February 19, 1937. At one time this tricolor flag was orange, white and blue, as those were the livery colors of William of Orange, a Dutch prince. In the 17th century, red replaced the orange as a flag color, because the orange dye used on the flag was unstable, and turned red after exposure to the sun.
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Royal Coat of Arms
The royal coat of arms is placed on a mantle of ermine surmounted by a crown. The royal standard has existed since 1908. The arms date from 1815, when the Kingdom of the Netherlands was founded. It is the same as the Dutch national coat of arms. It originates from the county of Nassau in Germany, and the central lion is the same as the lion on the oldest arms of Nassau, dating from the 13th century.
The Tulip
Though not official symbols of the Netherlands, tulips, windmills and wooden shoes are widely associated with the country. Perhaps no one item symbolized the Netherlands more succinctly than the tulip. The Netherlands produce approximately nine billion flower bulbs annually. That incredible number of bulbs would allow for almost two flower bulbs for every person on the planet. Of those bulbs, the tulip (in a variety of colors) remains the most popular and widely recognized bulb by gardeners worldwide.
National Anthem "Wilhelmus van Nassouwe" ("William of Nassau"); lyrics are widely considered written by the poet, Philips van Marnix, Seigneur of Sint Aldegonge. Source of music is unknown.
National Holiday April 30 (Queen's Day) It celebrates the birthday of the former Queen Juliana and is one of the largest, most vibrant celebrations on the Dutch calendar. Flags fly, music pumps and millions take to the streets for a national celebration. All other public holidays in the Netherlands are listed here!
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