Finnish Windsock - 60 inches

5 feet, Blue/White

The national flag of Finland features a blue Nordic cross set against a white background, a design deeply linked to the country's journey to independence from Russian rule and its cultural connections to other Scandinavian nations. The cross itself reflects a shared Nordic tradition, while the colors—blue and white—evoke Finland’s natural landscape, specifically its countless lakes and snowy winters.

• Measures: 60 inches
• Indoor/Outdoor quality nylon flag
• Authentic National Colors
• Reinforced double stitching
• Brass clip & swivel
• 200 Denier Nylon

Here’s a closer look at the history of the flag of Finland:

• Early Development:

The concept of a Finnish flag dates back to 1848, when an early design was introduced featuring Finland’s coat of arms on a plain white field. A notable shift occurred in 1861 when the Nyländska Jaktklubben, a yacht club in Helsinki, began flying a flag with a blue cross on white—a design reminiscent of the Russian naval ensign. The idea gained further traction in 1862 when Finnish author Zacharias Topelius suggested a similar flag. His version used blue and white as symbolic representations of Finland’s lakes and snow-covered terrain, which resonated with the public.

• Official Adoption:

After Finland declared its independence from Russia in 1917, the country launched a public competition to determine its new national flag. Drawing inspiration from earlier blue and white designs, the winning version was officially adopted on May 29, 1918. This design has remained the national flag ever since.

• Symbolism:

The flag’s blue cross is styled in the traditional Scandinavian form, highlighting Finland's cultural and historical bonds with its Nordic neighbors. The blue represents the nation's thousands of lakes, while the white symbolizes the snow that blankets much of the country during the long winters.