Ostland to Change National Flag Back to the Eastern Cross
This is the post apartheid Ostlander flag and which is known by its more common name The Eastern Cross (Ostkreuz)
May 4th 5424
The Eastern Land Council has approved bringing back the Eastern Cross to once again be the flag of Ostland. For centuries this flag has represented the two main ethnic groups inside of Ostland the Hulstro-Ostlander people and the Kunihito who have learned to live in relative peace and harmony for many centuries. The old cross which simply was a flag to symbolize the Hulstrian population only is not symbolic of the nation anymore and it was thought that it should stop representing Ostland. The Eastern Cross is well liked by most Ostlanders and symbolizes Ostland's independence from Hulstria as well as deep ties it has with that country all in one. Ostland has created its own culture, identity and ethnicity but it cannot be denied that Hulstria to this day plays an important role in Ostlander society. The Eastern Cross more than any other flag recognizes and represents this.
The decision was made in a near unanimous decision. The truth of the matter is that the former flag of Ostland had near zero ties with the country and that the Eastern Cross holds more significance with the population. The Eastern Cross has long been a symbol of might and unity for Ostland once a crownland of Hulstria but now a thriving independent country.
President of the Eastern Land Council Kristine Bierwirth made a statement saying that
We cannot forget our history but we can remember why we are who we are and what makes our country great. The Eastern Cross symbolizes this great country, our roots and our commitment to peace, harmony and stability in our own country but Dovani as a whole. The Eastern Cross celebrates who we are as Ostlanders and the things we have fought against to get to where we are today. This flag is for everyone here and celebrates freedom, liberty, self determination, our national pride and so much more. I am very happy that the Eastern Land Council approved of this change overwhelmingly and I really hope that this will better represent our country for many years to come!