Since time immemorial, warriors have raised flags of war. This is a flag of PEACE. This universal symbol, its three spheres, were designed by Nicholas Roerich as the synthesis of all arts, all sciences and all religions, within the circle of culture.
He defined culture as "the cultivation of man's creative potential" and asserted that achieving peace through culture is a goal to be realized through the positive effort of human will. Wherever the flag is raised, the great achievements of the past, present and future are recognized.
It stimulates the individual to strive to realize his or her highest potential, beautifying all aspects of life. It encourages each person to take responsibility for the evolution of the planet. It represents the peacemaker and symbolizes the transformation of the individual and society. It represents cooperation – the cornerstone of the emerging planetary culture – in all aspects of human activity.
Nicholas Roerich was a world-renowned artist, philosopher, archaeologist, writer; he created an international treaty, The Roerich Pact and the Banner of Peace. He proposes that the flag should be flown on all historical monuments and educational, artistic and scientific institutions, to indicate special protection and respect in times of war and peace. He recognizes that cultural treasures are of lasting value to all people as the heritage of humanity.
The pact was presented by Roerich in New York in 1929, and he was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. On April 15, 1935, Franklin Roosevelt presided over the culminating ceremony at the White House in Washington DC, at which 22 Latin American nations, the League of Baltic States and India signed the agreement.
The pact was presented by Roerich in New York in 1929, and he was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. On April 15, 1935, Franklin Roosevelt presided over the culminating ceremony at the White House in Washington DC, at which 22 Latin American nations, the League of Baltic States and India signed the agreement.
The countries that signed at that time were: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, United States, Uruguay and Venezuela through their presidents or representatives present at the Convention.
More information: Roerich Museum
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