Question

What do the stripes symbolize?

Answer 1

"The colors of the pales (the vertical stripes) are those used in the flag of the United States of America; White signifies purity and innocence, Red, hardiness & valour, and Blue, the color of the Chief (the broad band above the stripes) signifies vigilance, perseverance & justice."

Answer 2

На американском флаге?

White stripes symbolize purity and innocence, Red ones - hardiness & valour