What's the difference between a nation's flag and its "state flag", e.g. on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Finland the "state flag" has an extra emblem in the middle, but I've seen other examples too?
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A state flag is a way for the state to keep its independence from the rest of the nation. FYI; Manitoba's flag is a buffalo...so perhaps the state flag also subconsciously resembles the economy status within the nation.
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My guess would be that the state flag belongs to the Government and its official components. So the state flag can fly only on government buildings, naval ships etc. The national flag can be used by any member of the nation, so can be flown in people's front gardens, on private yachts etc.
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Many countries use a single flag design for any circumstance where the country is represented by a flag. Other countries may use a number of distinct designs for different circumstances. Common terminology for some of the various types of flags: National Flag Generally, a flag used for all purposes. May be specified only for use on land, abroad or at sea. Civil Flag For use by private citizens or businesses on land. State Flag For use on government buildings or facilities on land. War Flag For use by the military on land. Civil Ensign A flag for use on privately owned vessels at sea. State Ensign A flag for use on non military government vessels at sea. War Ensign A flag for use by military vessels at sea. http://www.flagart.com/flagclassifications.php
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