MICHIGAN

The flag of the U.S. state of Michigan depicts the state's coat-of-arms on a dark blue field, as set forth by Michigan state law.The state coat of arms depicts a light blue shield, upon which the sun rises over a lake and peninsula, and a man with raised hand and holding a long gun representing peace and the ability to defend his rights. The elk and moose depict great animals of Michigan, while the bald eagle represents the United States.