Every part of the flag has meaning behind it. The blue component with the state's emblem represents both South Carolina and ...

In fact, blue is believed to have been associated with Ireland before green was. Henry the VIII claimed to be king of Ireland in the 16th century, and his flag at that point would have been blue.

Ten beaches across the country managed to achieve dual status, with both a Blue Flag and Green Coast Award, securing their status among the country’s finest. On this illustrious list were ...