The 25 stars represent the number of the municipalities existing on 4 August 1897, signifying the historical moment of the departure of the military forces of Amazonas to fight at Canudos. A bigger star represents the municipality of Manaus (capital of Amazonas).
The Amazonas flag was adopted on 14 January 1982. The white symbolizes hope and the red represents difficulties overcome.
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