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The Commonwealth Jack was the flag of the Commonwealth Of England which replaced the Kingdom Of England in 1649 . In contrast to the Union Jack which it replaced, it consisted of just two symbols. The left two quadrants contained an elogated version of St George's Cross , representing England , while the right two quadrants contained an ''Irish harp'' symbolising Ireland. The Commonwealth Jack contained no representation for Scotland or Wales . The flag was replaced by the Protectorate Jack in 1658 . It in turn was replaced by the returned ''Union Jack'' in 1660, following the restoration of the Monarchy and of the Kingdoms of England, Scotland and Ireland. |
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