Uncovering the History and Meaning Behind Vietnam’s Umbrella Logo
The umbrella logo was first created in 1955 by the Vietnamese artist, Bui Trang Chuoc. At the time, Vietnam was still a French colony, and Chuoc was working for the newly-formed Vietnamese government. The government needed a symbol that would represent the country’s identity and aspirations for independence. Chuoc’s design was inspired by the traditional…
