Irish Sunburst Flag

The Irish Sunburst flag is a symbol associated with early Irish nationalism, and more recently, youth wings of Irish republican groups such as Na Fianna Éireann. The flag was first flown in 1858 by the Irish Republican Brotherhood and still flies today, by both republican groups and the Irish language group Conradh na Gaeilg.

The sunburst flag is believed to originate from Irish mythology. In ancient Irish myth and legend, there exists a group known as the Fianna or warriors. Legend states they were brave warriors, who performed many impressive feats. The Fianna, were named either the Gal Gréine or Scal Ghréine both which translate to sunburst.

The use of the sunburst flag was popularized during the Irish nationalist movement of the nineteenth century. In 1858, the Irish Republican Brotherhood adopted the flag as their symbol. In 1893 the Irish-language group Conradh na Gaeilge established themselves, adopting the flag as its symbol.

Flag Measures 36 in x 60 in and is 100% polyester with grommets for easy flying.