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The Federal Republic of Central America flag was used in Guatemala until 1851, when a pro-Spanish faction took over and added the Spanish colors of red and yellow to the flag. The original colors were restored on 17 August 1871, but as vertical (rather than horizontal) stripes in order to distinguish it from other flags and with a new coat of arms.
Orders, decorations, and medals of Guatemala (2 C, 2 P) Pages in category "National symbols of Guatemala" The following 7 pages are in this category, out of 7 total.
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National flags are adopted by governments to strengthen national bonds and legitimate formal authority. Such flags may contain symbolic elements of their peoples, militaries, territories, rulers, and dynasties. The flag of Denmark is the oldest flag still in current use as it has been recognized as a national symbol since the 14th century.
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The Resplendent quetzal is the national bird of Guatemala and represents freedom and independence of the nation. The crossed Remington rifles are the type used during the 1871 Liberal Revolution and represent the will to defend Guatemala's interests. The crossed swords represent justice and honor. The laurel wreath represents victory.
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The following 33 pages use this file: 1954 Guatemalan coup d'état; 1963 Guatemalan coup d'état; Declaration by United Nations; Flag of Guatemala; List of sovereign states in the 1870s