The Civil Ensign of Albania refers to the national flag used by the country's merchant ships at sea. Adopted on July 17, 1992, it consists of two equal horizontal bands in the colors red and black, with a white eagle in the center. The red band represents blood shed for the freedom of the Albanian people, while the black signifies the bravery and strength shown during struggles against oppressors. The eagle symbolizes sovereignty and power. Notably, this design is a modernized version of the flag used by the Albanian Republic from 1920 to 1967.
