Uncategorized Why is The Red Cross, Red? DJ Misc September 25, 2007 No Comments “The logo is a reversal of the Swiss national flag, and was designed to honor the organization’s Swiss founder Henry Dunant. The red shape itself, unofficially agreed to be composed of five similar squares in a cross pattern, set on a white background is universally recognized as a protection symbol in conflict.” —from 13 More Great Color Legends, another great article at COLOURlovers.com. Leave a ReplyYou must be logged in to post a comment.