This is how Scotland got their flag:
* The flag of Scotland is known as the Saltire or Saint Andrew's Cross, and it features a white cross on a blue background.
* The cross is said to represent the martyrdom of Saint Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland.
* According to legend, Saint Andrew was crucified on an X-shaped cross in the 1st century AD.
* The Saltire was first recorded as the flag of Scotland in the 12th century, and it has been in continuous use ever since.
* The Saltire is flown on government buildings, castles, and other landmarks throughout Scotland, and it is also used as the flag of the Scottish national sports teams.
* The Saltire is a symbol of Scottish identity and pride, and it is one of the oldest and most recognizable flags in the world.
