Like other counties in South America, Honduras achieved independence back in 1821 as part of the Central American federation along with other countries including: Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Guatemala. The present flag as displayed officially from Honduran flag poles, was officially adopted back in 1949. The current flag is included in many selections of international flag for sale in the United States.

When Honduras became independent of Spain back in the early 19th century, it was united with four other countries (El Salvador, Costa Rica, Guatemala and Honduras) in the so called “Central American Federation.” Some interesting resembling details are found on the respective national flags of these now independent countries.

The following countries border the republic: Guatemala to the west, El Salvador and Nicaragua to the south. The country is recognized for industries of all kinds, including the production of minerals and exotic fruits. Also, the clothing industry has recently brought more international business to Honduras.

Back in the day, and following the horrible attack on Pearl Harbor by Japan, the republic of Honduras joined the United Nations on 12/8/1941. They weren’t the only country to join. Twenty five other nations signed the so-called “Declaration by United Nations” along with Honduras on the first day of ’42.

The tricolor of Nicaragua has an interesting resemblance to the national banner of Honduras. Both are tricolors that feature 3 horizontal bands colored blue, white and blue, from top to bottom and vice versa. The blue shade is different however as well the use of the five stars on the Honduran flag versus no use of stars on the other international tricolor. This very much becomes apparent when these respective flags are hoisted on flagpoles in good weather conditions.

Banners and international flags for sale for use with commercial and residential type flag poles are likely made from nylon and polyester. The national banner presented in this entry has a ratio of 1:2, meaning that the width of the flag is twice the size of the height. The same ratio applies to the naval variant.

Most international flags for sale, including the flag of Honduras, Argentina and such are made from nylon and polyester.

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