Product Description
Celebrate African heritage with the Pride of Africa Flag Grommets, crafted for long-lasting outdoor display. Made from UV-resistant 200 denier nylon, this vibrant flag features red, black, and green fields with a golden Africa map silhouette, resisting fading in American climates. Designed for compact, high-impact presentation, the flag delivers full-color pride in a perfectly proportioned format ideal for flagpoles, cultural events, or community displays.
Historical Context
The Pride of Africa Flag was designed in 1991 by artist David Hammons to symbolize Pan-African unity and pride, blending the Pan-African colors (red for blood, black for people, green for land) with a golden Africa continent outline. It represents the African diaspora’s strength and resilience, flown at Black History Month celebrations and cultural festivals worldwide.
Flag Features
The Nylon pole heading ensures durability, while brass grommets provide secure flagpole attachment. Perfect for African heritage events, Pan-African celebrations, or diaspora gatherings, this pride emblem honors ancestry and is proudly made in the USA with superior craftsmanship. Its crisp stitching and vibrant colors deliver pride-ready performance, ideal for showcasing African pride. Pair with a flagpole or cultural displays for a complete setup. Fun Fact: The flag was created by artist David Hammons in 1991!
Specifications – Grommet Finish:
• Flag Material: 100% 200 denier nylon
• Heading Material: Nylon pole heading with (2) brass grommets
• Side Hem: Double needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
• Heading Join: Double needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
• Fly Hem: Single needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
Description
The Pride of Africa Flag typically consists of:
• Three horizontal stripes: red (top), black, green (bottom) with a golden Africa continent outline in the center.
Symbolism
• Red: Blood of the people.
• Black: African people.
• Green: Rich land of Africa.
• Golden Africa: Continental unity and pride.
Proportions
• Standard proportions: 2:3 (height to width).
