Why is the Canadian Flag Red and White?

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The Canadian flag is red and white because they are the national colors of Canada. They were proclaimed so by King George V in 1921 and have been displayed on the flag as well as the infamous Maple Leaf since.
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Why Is the Canadian Flag Red & White?
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The white represents peace and honesty and the red represents hardiness, bravery, strength, and valor.
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