The state flag of Hawaii, originally representing the independent kingdom, was adopted in 1845. The union jack recalls a flag given to the king by an army officer in 1793. It is however, an issue, that for a nation so patriotic and celebratory of independence and freedom, the flag of Hawaii still bears a symbol of the countries colonial ties. Compared to other nations flags that sport the Union jack in its canton, Hawaii shares very little historical significance with the United kingdom and the symbol of the state should represent much more relevant history of Hawaii.
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