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Virginia’s latin motto “Sic Semper Tyrannis” means “Thus ever to tyrants”. It was adopted for use in the state seal on Virginia Flags in 1776, when Virginia and other colonies were fighting for independence from England. The woman, virtue, represents Virginia. The man on the Virginia State Flag holds a whip and chain showing he is a tyrant. The tyrant is displayed as being defeated. Show more