Flag of the Marshall Islands Flag of the Marshall Islands The flag of the Marshall Islands, an island nation in the Pacific, was adopted upon the start of self-government, May 1, 1979. The flag was designed by Emlain Kabua, who served as the first First Lady of the republic. Rules and specifications regarding the flag are set forth in the Official Flag of the Marshall Islands Act 1979 (Public Law 1979-1). The Marshall Islands were part of the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands administered by the United States, from which the Marshall Islands, Palau, and the Federated States of Micronesia split. In common with
Marshall Islands the terms of the Compact of Free Association restrict "Lomor" to civilian missions, like fishery protection and search and rescue. Although the ancient skills are now in decline, the Marshallese were once able navigators, using the stars and stick-and-shell charts. "Other sports -" The Marshall Islands have a small club league, including Koober as the most successful club. I tournament was held by "Play Soccer Make Peace". There is a small Football Association on the island of Majuro. The sport of Football in its growth is new to the Marshall Islands. The Marshall Islands does not have a national football