History of New York State Flag:
- Adopted April 2, 1901
- The flag is the coat of arms on a blue background
- The coat of arms consists of the following
- There is a shield with a ship on the Hudson River bordered by the grassy shore and mountain in the background with a sun rising
- There are two women on each side of the shield
- Liberty on the left with a liberty hat that represents freedom
- Her left foot is perched up on a crown that represents freedom from the British Monarchy that previously ruled New York
- Justice is on the right blindfolded, representing equal treatment, holding scales, representing fairness, and holding the sword of justice
- Liberty on the left with a liberty hat that represents freedom
- There is a banner below that says “Excelsior” which means “higher” or “superior” or “lordly”
- Above the crest is a globe with an eagle perched on top

