Arab Kingdom of Syria, 1920 The Arab Kingdom of Syria was the first modern Arab state to come into e
Arab Kingdom of Syria, 1920 The Arab Kingdom of Syria was the first modern Arab state to come into existence, but only lasted a little over four months. Despite its claims to territory of a Greater Syria, it controlled a limited area and was dependent on Britain which, along with France, generally opposed the idea of a Greater Syria. The flag is based on that of the Arab Revolt that was designed in 1916, but with a white star. The Pan-Arab colours, which are still very popular in Arab countries, are derived from old Muslim dynasties. Syria surrendered after being occupied by France and was formally incorporated into the French colonial empire. Today, Jordan still has a very similar flag. That’s because the Hashemite dynasty of Jordan also used to be the ruling dynasty of Syria and other Arab states. -- source link
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