The FAME documents flags of the world through a systematic and historical reference project.

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About FAME

The FAME is a reference site for the systematic and scientific study of flags and coats of arms of the modern era. It is published in English and Croatian, with 292 HTML pages per language presenting 2,838 items illustrated with 5,139 images, plus 204 unillustrated and untreated items.

Pages are organized by country and historical period, including Austria, Austria-Hungary, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Hungary, Slovenia, Serbia, Montenegro, Yugoslavia 1918-2006, and Kosovo, with terminology pages, alphabetical and date indexes, and yearly update histories. The site states that inclusion of a symbol does not mean the author supports or approves of the ideas it may stand for.

Key features

  • English and Croatian versions of reference pages
  • Alphabetical index and date-indexed pages for browsing
  • Vexillologic terminology and English-Croatian dictionary
  • Country and historical period pages for Central and Southeast Europe
  • Yearly histories of site updates from 1996 onward
  • List of other flag websites for further reference
Best for: People researching flags and coats of arms of modern Central and Southeast Europe.
Good for
  • Available in both English and Croatian
  • Lists 2,838 items illustrated with 5,139 images
  • Shows page creation in 1996 and updates through June 2026
Watch out for
  • 204 items are listed as unillustrated and untreated

FAME at a glance

Type
Website
Pricing
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Platforms
Web
Open source
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Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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FAME FAQ

What languages does FAME use?
English and Croatian, with 292 HTML pages for each language.
Does including a flag mean the author supports what it stands for?
No. The site states inclusion does not mean the author supports or approves of the ideas they may stand for.
How much content does FAME list?
2,838 items illustrated with 5,139 images, plus 204 unillustrated and untreated items.
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