Washington County (Idaho)

WASHINGTON COUNTY (IDAHO)

State : Idaho

Origin/meaning

Washington County was formed under the Idaho Territory in 1879.

The Latin term “Nos Juvat” shown on the flag means “we will prosper”- symbolic of the immigrants that settled the area. The sun in the background signifies the meaning of the word Idaho -“the sun comes from the mountains.”

The mountains on either side represent both Indianhead Mountain and Cuddy Mountain.

The crops on the left side show the importance of the farming industry in the county.

The mine shaft represents the mining industry that originally brought many people to the area.

The railroad shows expanded growth to ship the county products across the country.

The river represents the Weiser River that runs through Washington County.

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