El Salvador

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The national flag of Republic of El Salvador features a triband design that is used in the flags of other countries in Central America. The flag also features the nation’s coat of arms in the center of the horizontal triband design. The national coat of arms features the text “Republica De El Salvador En La America Central” which means Republic of El Salvador in Central America. The coat of arms features a triangle that represents the three branches of government in El Salvador. The design also features five volcanoes rising out of the Pacific Ocean. This aspect of the design was inspired by the Cordillera de Apaneca volcanic range but also represents the five member states of the United Provinces of Central America. The design also includes a Phrygian cap on a staff, a sun in the horizon, and a rainbow arch that is a symbol of peace. The design includes the date of the nation’s independence September 15, 1821. Outside of the triangle are five blue and white flags that symbolize the Federal Republic of Central America. The flags are held up by wooden war spears which is a nod to the ancestry and heritage of the country. A scroll is located under the triangle and includes the text, “Dios, Union, Libertad,” which is translated into “God, Union, Liberty.” A green laurel wreath tied with a striped ribbon is included in this design and represents unity. The 14 parts of the wreath represent the Departments of El Salvador. The main colors of El Salvador’s flag are blue and white. There are two blue stripes and one white stripe in the center of the flag. The royal blue shade was chosen to represent the oceans of Central America and the sky. The white was chosen to represent solidarity and peace.

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