Flag of Alsace
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The flag of Alsace (Alsatian: Rot un Wiss or Rot-un-Wiss, "red and white") is the original red and white flag of the region, and can be traced to the red and white banner of Gerard, Duke of Lorraine in the 11th century.
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Not to be confused with Flag of Indonesia or Flag of Monaco.
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Rot un Wiss | |
Adopted | 11th century |
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Design | Red and white |
Designed by | Gérard d'Alsace, Duke of Lorraine |
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Particularly since the introduction of new French region Grand Est, the traditional Rot un Wiss flag of Alsace has been widely promoted by the advocates of the Alsace autonomous movement.