Kingdom of France 1632 Flag

Flag of the Kingdom of France. This royal banner and flag status was introduced in 1632 as the insignia of supreme commander of the navy of the Kingdom of France, then reserved for the king. Recovery was abolished in 1790 by Louis XVIII April 14, 1814 as a royal banner at sea. Finally abolished in 1830. The white background, without arms, usually studded with golden lilies, was introduced to the 1598 by Henry IV. The design of the emblem of state, corresponding to medium-sized weapons, he was the implementing complicated and expensive, often subject to variations. The shield was supported by two angels, often infantile appearance (possibly due to a design commissioned by the Louis XIV in 1689), surmounted by the crown with or without red lining and surrounded by collars of the Orders of St. Michael and the Holy Spirit.