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The Hidden Secret Behind the Maine State Flag’s Design Maine’s state flag—often overshadowed by more prominent symbols like the fathers’ flags of other states—is quietly rich with meaning. Behind its simple depiction of a pine tree and submission of arms lies a deeper historical narrative tied to the state’s identity, resilience, and original pride. A Legacy Rooted in Pine Forests and Independence Maine’s flag features a simple two-piece design: a green pine tree on a buff (pale yellowish) background, surmounted by a blue shield bearing a spruce tree and two crossed muskets, flanked by the words “Rustic Unity.” While these elements seem straightforward, they quietly conceal a remarkable hidden secret tied to Maine’s early struggle for statehood.