The Kenyan flag is composed of three horizontal stripes: black on the top, red in the center bordered by white edges, and green at the bottom. In the middle of the flag is a Maasai shield and two crossed spears. The black represents the people of Kenya, the red stands for their struggle for independence, the green symbolizes the country's rich agriculture, and the white fimbriations represent unity and peace. The shield and spears signify the defense of freedom.