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	Flag of Tonga - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The flag of Tonga was adopted on November 4, 1875.
		The flag was originally identical to that flag, but to avoid confusion, it was changed so that the red cross appeared as a canton of a red ensign, making it similar to the 17th century red ensign.
		The constitution of Tonga states that the flag shall never be altered.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Flag_of_Tonga (128 words)

	Tonga - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Tonga's education system is free and mandatory for all children up to age twelve, with only nominal fees for secondary education, and foreign-funded scholarships for post-secondary education.
		Tonga's economy is characterized by a large nonmonetary sector and a heavy dependence on remittances from the half of the country's population that lives abroad, chiefly in Australia, New Zealand, and the United States.
		Tonga is famous for being the location where Fletcher Christian forced William Bligh into an open boat during the mutiny on the HMS Bounty (1789).
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Tonga (2632 words)

	Tonga Flag - World Flags 101 - Tongan Flags (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The flag of Tonga consists of a red base with a white square in the upper left corner.
		The Tongan flag was based on an idea from the Tongan King, George Tupou I and possibly patterned on the British Red Ensign, a red flag with the Union Jack in the upper left corner.
		Tonga used to fly a flag that was the same as the flag of the Red Cross organization, so the Tongan flag was changed to avoid confusion with it.
	www.worldflags101.com /t/tonga-flag.aspx (255 words)

	Tonga Flag
		The shape and flag ratio of the Tonga flag is described as 1:2 (length twice the height)
		The flag of Tonga was adopted on November 4, 1975
		A Flag of Tonga, when in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem of display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning in private with all due care and respect
	www.flags-flags-flags.org.uk /tonga-flag.htm (1106 words)

	Tonga Flag
		This Tonga flag is authentically reproduced with special attention to detail and durability.
		Each flag is available for outdoor use, made with a heavy polyester heading and two brass grommets, or for indoor use with lined pole hem, velcro tabs and fringe.
		Flag Description: red with a bold red cross on a white rectangle in the upper hoist-side corner.
	www.njflags.com /tongaflag.html (148 words)

	Original Artwork: Mel Crawford: Tonga (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Flags traditionally had not been used by the Polynesian people and it was only in the late 1840s that Tonga acquired its first national flag.
		The current flag of Tonga was established in 1866 and features a red field with a white canton.
		The flag of Tonga, one of the oldest unchanged national flags in the world, is partially responsible for the respect given to Tongan kings who preserved the country's independence throughout the 19th century.
	www.artworkoriginals.com /EB5SCB1O.HTM (464 words)

	Tonga -- Britannica Student Encyclopedia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Tonga's total land area of 290 square miles (750 square kilometres) is dispersed between...
		Tonga's closest neighbors are Fiji, Samoa, and Niue.
		Most of the islands of the kingdom of Tonga are of this raised type, and most of the people of the kingdom live on Tongatapu, the largest of them (100 square miles, 259 square kilometers).
	www.britannica.com /ebi/article-9072864 (769 words)

	Flags of the World
		Where noted the "civil" flag is also available.
		It is identical to the "government" flag except the seal is omitted.
		Flags for Outdoor use are made of 100% heavyweight nylon and finished with strong canvas headings and brass grommets.
	www.eagleflag.com /International/Tonga.htm (111 words)

	Tonga - Wikitravel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Tonga, the "Friendly Islands", is an archipelago in the South Pacific Ocean.
		Tonga is divided into three island groups, or regions.
		Tonga acquired its independence in 1970 and became a member of the Commonwealth of Nations.
	wikitravel.org /en/Tonga (303 words)

	FRONTLINE/WORLD . Spain - The Lawless Sea . Hiding Behind the Flag - Tonga \| PBS
		Tonga's 171 islands are located in the South Pacific, between Australia and Fiji, and ruled by King Taufa'ahua Tupou IV.
		Tonga has sold passports for as much as US$60,000, and it seriously considered accepting U.S. toxic waste.
		Europe's most respected ship regulation agencies fllisted Tonga in 2001 and gave it a "high risk" rating, thereby indicating that ships flying the Tongan flag were likely to be violating international shipping safety, labor or environmental regulations.
	www.pbs.org /frontlineworld/stories/spain/tonga.html (434 words)

	Tonga - Country Profile - the Friendly Islands, Polynesia - South Pacific
		Tonga, an archipelago in the South Pacific Ocean south of Samoa, also known as the Friendly Islands, it comprises 176 islands, 36 of them are inhabited.
		Tonga is the only monarchy in the Pacific since Taufa'ahau (King George) in 1875 declared Tonga a constitutional monarchy, he also gave Tonga its first constitution.
		Almost two-thirds of Tonga's population live on the main island Tongatapu, on which the capital city Nuku'alofa is located.
	www.nationsonline.org /oneworld/tonga.htm (459 words)

	Introduction To Tonga (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		If you would like to use this flag of Tonga or any other on your website you are welcome to do so, all we ask is that you include a link back to our site on the same page.
		If you would like to use this map of Tonga or any other on your website you are welcome to do so, all we ask is that you include a link back to our site on the same page.
		If you would like to use this information for Tonga or any other on your website you are welcome to do so, all we ask is that you include a link back to our site on the same page.
	www.appliedlanguage.com /country_guides/tonga_country_introduction.shtml (248 words)

	flag tonga at Business.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Tonga; the ambassador to Fiji is accredited to Tonga.
		Pedersen 1973 also mentions the old flag of Tonga was indeed identical to the...
		Tonga Flag Red represents the blood of Jesus.
	www.business.com /popular/flag_tonga (207 words)

	tonga flag and description
		The flag of Tonga was officially adopted on November 4, 1875.
		One of the oldest flags of the island countries in the South Pacific Ocean, the flag's widely recognized red cross is symbolic of Christianity coming to the islands; white symbolizes purity, and red represents the blood of Christ.
		All maps, graphics, flags and original descriptions created by Graphic Maps, a d/b/a of the Woolwine-Moen Group, unless otherwise noted and/or directly linked to the source, and use of same for any application whatsoever (with the exception of outline maps) requires written permission.
	www.worldatlas.com /webimage/flags/countrys/pacific/tonga.htm (192 words)

	BRITISH LOWER LAST FLAG IN TONGA - March 6, 2006 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		As the sun set over the immaculate white seafront villa, the 'Beating of the Retreat' was performed by the Tonga Defence Services musical troops, who marched past the white picket fence of the residency, where the guests had gathered under a marquee on the lawn.
		He reminded the gathering that Tonga soldiers fought and died for the British Empire in France and in Europe during the First World War, and during the Second World War Queen Salote and the people of Tonga bought three Spitfires, as Tonga's war contribution to Britain.
		The formal lowering of the flag and reception was attended by the Prince Regent Crown Prince Tupouto'a, and guests included the Ambassador of the People's Republic of China, and from Fiji the President of the Fiji Court of Appeal and former Chief Justice of Tonga, Gordon Ward and Mrs.
	pidp.eastwestcenter.org /pireport/2006/March/03-06-03.htm (586 words)

	PREAMBLE
		The Sabbath Day shall be kept holy in Tonga and no person shall practise his trade or profession or conduct any commercial undertaking on the Sabbath Day except according to law; and any agreement made or witnessed on that day shall be null and void and of no legal effect.
		Should there be no male child the eldest female child shall succeed and the heirs of her body and if she should have no children it shall descend to the second female child and the heirs of her body until the female line is ended.
		The Flag of Tonga (the flag of King George) shall never be altered but shall always be the flag of this Kingdom and the present Royal Ensign shall always be the ensign of the Royal Family of Tonga.
	www.cmseducation.org /wconsts/tonga.html (5987 words)

	Tonga, Map and Flag
		Tonga has a small, open economy with a narrow export base in agricultural goods.
		The government is emphasizing the development of the private sector, especially the encouragement of investment, and is committing increased funds for health and education.
		Tonga Defense Services (made up of three operational command components and two support elements, including the Royal Marines, Royal Guards, Maritime Force, a support/logistics group, and a training group), Police; note - a new air wing that will be subordinate to the Ministry of Defense is being developed
	www.greatestcities.com /Oceania/Tonga.html (838 words)

	Express Flags \| Tonga Country Flag
		Authentic seals and designs are always correct in proportion to flag size.
		Lightweight outdoor polyester is available in limited sizes as an economical alternative to nylon if extended outdoor use is not required.
		We also can customize these flags with fringe and pole pockets for use indoors and in parades.
	www.expressflags.com /tonga.htm (104 words)

	Tonga: Tongan flag on t-shirts, baseball caps, coffee cups and other clothing and gift items (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The name Tonga means south - further from the equator than islands such as Samoa, Tonga has a cooler and more comfortable climate.
		Tonga averages two tropical hurricanes every year (sometimes as late as May).
		Severity of thunderstorms, probability of cyclones, rainfall, and temperatures increase farther north in the kingdom.
	www.worldflagshirts.com /flags/Tonga.html (234 words)

	Tonga on the 'NET - Royal Tongan Airlines (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Royal Tongan Airlines was the national carrier of Tonga for many years, providing the only inter-island scheduled air service linking Tongatapu with 'Eua, Ha'apai, Vava'u, and the Niuas.
		When the company failed, its importance to the local tourism industry became obvious as many operators were on the brink of collapse with quite a few laying off staff.
		Uliti Uata also operated an intermittent service under the corporate flag of Tonga Air.
	www.tongatapu.net.to /tonga/islands/royalt (390 words)

	CIA - The World Factbook -- Tonga (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Supreme Court (judges are appointed by the monarch); Court of Appeal (consists of the Privy Council with the addition of the chief justice of the Supreme Court)
		Tonga, a small, open, South Pacific island economy, has a narrow export base in agricultural goods.
		High unemployment among the young, a continuing upturn in inflation, pressures for democratic reform, and rising civil service expenditures are major issues facing the government.
	www.cia.gov /cia/publications/factbook/geos/tn.html (855 words)

	Tonga flag - SHOP.COM
		For outdoor (or indoor) display, this flag is made from 100% heavyweight nylon fabric specially treated to minimize sun and chemical deterioration.
		This single reverse flag is dyed and finished with strong canvas headings and brass grommets.
		This is the same flag used by this nation's government and displayed at U.N. Headquarters in New York.
	www.shop.com /op/~Tonga_flag-prod-6725883 (328 words)

	Tonga National Olympic Commitee
		The local media is informing the country that this contingent may have what it takes to rewrite the Olympic history yet again.
		Our hope is again penned on that very sport that saw Paea Wolfgram raising the flag in Atlanta in 1996.
		This time however, it is up to Douglas Ma'afu 'o Tu'i Tonga Hawke to either equal or take Tonga's hope a level higher.
	www.oceaniasport.com /tonga/index.cgi?det=1&intArticleID=102&sID=35 (137 words)

	Tonga Photos, Flag, Map and Travel Information
		If you are from Tonga, select your country on your account settings page.
		All photos are copyrighted and may not be used without permission from the photographer.
		Flags, maps, and country data taken from the CIA World Factbook.
	www.pbase.com /world/tonga (38 words)

	Tonga National Olympic Commitee
		Since the establishment of the Commission last year this is the first time Tonga will be officialy represented at an International Conference by a member of this very unique group.
		In previous assemblies, representatives were commonly from the Ministry of education but now that we have this Commission established "we will strive and work to achieve our vision to promote optimum opportunity and involvement of women at all levels in sport" stated Mrs Tu'ivakano.
		"I look forward to this very essential gathering and in seeking assistance on how we could run and administer our commission in Tonga and meeting our other friends from around the region" she added.
	www.oceaniasport.com /tonga/index.cgi?det=1&intArticleID=224&sID=35 (151 words)

	Tonga - Flag
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		The ‘Solomon's Seal’ pentagram was added to distinguish the flag from other plain red Arab banners.
	www.tiscali.co.uk /reference/encyclopaedia/countryfacts/tonga_flag.html (171 words)

	Flag of Tonga (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The 2' x 3' - 5' x 8' Flags are made of colorfast, 100% nylon
		3' x 5' Indoor flag has a pole hem and gold fringe.
		Indoor flag with pole hem and gold fringe
	www.koscoflags.com /tonga_flag.htm (55 words)

	Tonga Travel \| Guide to travelling Tonga \| Travellerspoint (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Making up the southern flank of Pacific island nations (if a flank it could be called), Tonga sits on such a longtitude to have given it the honor of being the first nation to welcome in the new millenium.
		Alongside the usual Pacific fun of swimming, snorkelling and diving, Tonga awards caving opportunities both underwater and on land.
		Below is a collection of Travellerspoint products and services that might be of use to you while you are researching your trip to Tonga.
	www.travellerspoint.com /destination.cfm?country=Tonga (160 words)

	Flags - purchase online - A1 Flags Australia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		All orders placed between 31 Mar and 4 Apr 2006 will not be dispatched until the 5 April 2006.
		These flags are lightweight flags and have a variety of uses: sporting team support; decorations; marches; occasional flying on a flagpole.
		These flags are NOT designed for prolonged flying on flagpoles.
	www.a1flags.com.au /flag.aspx?flagname=swtonga (247 words)

	American Flags Express \| Tonga
		If you can't find the product that you want, please e-mail or call (262) 783-4800 x21, and let us know what you are looking for.
		Resists flag wrapping around its pole better than any other set because the pole rotates in a precision bearing bracket.
		Unsurpassed in beauty and craftsmanship, these state and territory flags are manufactured to precise specifications.
	www.flagsexpress.com /world/034129.htm (269 words)

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