Each state in the United States of America is unique. The people and legislature of Kentucky have selected the following state symbols to represent their state's individual environment and culture.
![[Image of The Kentucky State Seal]](/media/graphics/state-seals/kentucky-seal.png)
Adopted in 1942, the Kentucky state seal features the state motto "United We Stand, Divided We Fall."
![[Image of The Kentucky State Flag]](/media/graphics/state-flags/kentucky-flag.png)
Placed on a navy blue field is the seal and words "Commonwealth of Kentucky".
The two people on the seal, a pioneer and a statesman, represent all the people. They are acting out the meaning of Kentucky's motto "United We Stand Divided We Fall".
Sprays of goldenrod extend in a half circle around the picture.
