The Flag of Newfoundland depicts the national symbol of Newfoundland, which is also depicted on the Shield of Newfoundfland. On the Flag, the symbol represents Newfoundland's past, with the two arrows representing hope for a brighter future. However they also represent swords, so the sacrifices during the Revolutionary War will never be forgotten. The Flag of Newfoundland can be hung either way, as it produces the same image, this represents the versatility of the Newfoundlander people. The Flag has a proportion of 1:2.