With the Acts of Union 1707, the Union Flag became recognised as the ensign armorial of the Kingdom of Great Britain. The name Union Jack is thought to originate from the reign of Queen Anne ...

For some, the union jack is celebratory, patriotic and evokes a feeling of national pride, but for others, the display is hubristic and the flag is symbolic of elitism, colonialism and fascism.

From the significance of its design to the meaning behind its name, here's what to know about the 400-year-old flag The Union Jack, also known as the Union Flag, is the national flag of the United ...

Flags, bunting, cutlery, and more can be purchased from shops across the country to mark the event, with many decked out in the iconic Union Jack. But why is our flag called the Union Jack?

January 23rd., 1765 is a milestone date for the Falkland Islands, the first time the Union Jack was erected and displayed in the Islands, which were then taken formal possession for the British Crown.