Kingdom of Laos (1952-1975) Flag 3×5 ft Economical

This is the Laos Flag (1952–1975). The elephants represent greatness and wisdom. The red background shows the blood of the people. The umbrella on top symbolizes the Buddist belief that Mt. Meru was the center of the universe.

From 1952 until the fall of the royal government in 1975 the country had a red flag, with a white three-headed elephant (representing the Hindu god Erawan) in the middle. On top of the elephant is a nine-folded umbrella, while the elephant itself stands on a five-level pedestal. The white elephant is a common royal symbol in Southeast Asia, especially in Myanmar, Thailand and Laos. This flag was adopted by the royal monarchy of Luang Prabang since the beginning of the 20th century under French rule, inspired by its similar flag (red flag with the single white elephant) in Thailand during that time