The Haitian flag holds significant meaning for Haitians as it symbolizes their unity, resilience, and independence. Beyond its creation, the flag has witnessed Haiti’s history and struggles, including its fight for freedom from colonial powers. Every May 18, Haitians celebrate the creation of their flag. Behind this celebration, a whole part of Haiti’s history will be told. The flag was created on May 18, 1803 at the Achaean congress that brought together all the revolutionary Haitian leaders. Jean Jacques Dessalines, who is one of the great leaders, tore the French flag that had 3 folds. Catherine Flon took 2 pieces of it, blue and red, stitched it together and today the flag we have is arranged in two horizontal bands that symbolize “L’union des Noirs et des Mulatres”. The blue symbolizes Haiti’s black citizens, while the red represents mulattoes and mixed-race Haitians. The two bands are arranged horizontally to represent unity. The flag has undergone some changes over the years, including the addition of the country’s coat of arms in 1986.The National unit was adopted in 1820 and became official in 1843. The flag has undergone some changes over the years, including the addition of the country’s coat of arms in 1986. Haitian Flag Day is celebrated not only in Haiti but also in Haitian communities around the world, with parades, cultural events, and the raising of the Haitian flag.