The flag of Europe, with its distinct reflex blue and ... in public buildings across the 27 member states next to the national flag, with the same degree of visibility.

Few flags the world over are as recognisable as the flag of Europe. Created in 1955, the 12 stars on a blue background are used throughout the international realm as the official standard of the EU.

and blue flags? According to World Atlas, 29 countries have red, white and blue in their national flag. According to Kaye, the Netherlands is thought to be the first to use red, white ...