Macedonia 1992-1995

This Macedonia 1992-1995 flag was the flag of Macedonia upon the country gaining its independence in 1992. The flag is set on a red field with the Star of Vergina at its centre in yellow. The Star of Vergina is an ancient Macedonian emblem from the tomb of Philip of Macedon, the father of Alexander the Great. However, due to controversy surrounding this symbol, namely Greece objecting and claiming it as their own, the flag of Macedonia was changed in 1995 to include a radiant sun at the expense of the Star of Vergina.