Massachusetts Flag
On a white field is a blue shield emblazoned
with the image of a Native American, Massachusetts. He holds a bow in one hand and an arrow in the other. The arrow is pointing
downward representing peace. The white star represents Massachusetts as one of the original thirteen states. Around the shield
is a blue ribbon with the motto:
" By the Sword We Seek
Peace,
but Peace Only Under Liberty."
Above the shield is an arm and
sword,
representing the first part
of the motto.