The Caribbean is a diverse region of the Americas located south of North America, north of South America, and southeast of the Gulf of Mexico. Despite consisting of many tiny islands, each country and dependency has its own unique languages, cultures, and customs due to the many ethnic groups that reside there.
Due to the European colonization of the Caribbean in the 15th century, many of the islands are not sovereign nations and may depend on European countries such as Denmark, France, and the Netherlands to varying degrees. While they may have autonomy in certain areas, such as economic affairs and public health, matters, such as defense and foreign affairs, may be handled elsewhere.
Caribbean Flags
Are you curious about the colors, symbols, and designs that represent the Caribbean’s diverse nations? Here are the 20 country flags of the Caribbean, covering the Greater Antilles and Lesser Antilles regions.
Note: The territories’ flags may be unofficial flags or variations that are not officially recognized by their governing bodies, but they often represent regional identity, cultural heritage, or local pride.
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Caitriona Maria is an education writer and owner of The Facts Institute. A teacher for seven years, she has been committed to providing students with the best learning opportunities possible, both domestically and abroad. Dedicated to unlocking students' potential, Caitriona has taught English in several countries and continues to explore new cultures through her travels.