Massachusetts Flag

The description of the Massachusetts Flag is fairly simple as it is a white flag, decorated with a blue shield in the center. This State coat of arms features on either sides of the Massachusetts Flag. The bright blue field that is emblazoned on the pristine white flag bears the figure of a Massachuset or a Native American, who is shown holding a bow in his right hand and an arrow in the left. He is wearing leggings, a shirt and moccasins or leather shoes. There is a white or silver star with 5 points, placed above the right shoulder of the native man. Surrounding the shield, is the state motto written on a blue streamer. It reads "Ense petit placidam sub libertate quietem”, which means“By the Sword We Seek Peace, but Peace Only Under Liberty.” Just above the shield, there is an image of right arm wielding a sword.