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El Salvador flag

El Salvador Flag

Continent: North America

Flag

El Salvador flag

Key Facts

Aspect ratio
5:9
Adopted
1912
Colors
#0072b8#ffffff

Story

The flag of El Salvador is a beautiful symbol of the country's spirit. With its blue and white stripes, it reflects the vast sky and the deep ocean that surround this vibrant nation. The central white stripe stands for peace, a value that the Salvadoran people hold dear. The coat of arms in the center tells the story of their fight for freedom and unity. Each time you see this flag waving, think of the waves of the ocean and the hopes of the people who call El Salvador home!

Symbolism

  • Blue represents the sky and ocean
  • White symbolizes peace
  • Coat of arms represents freedom and unity

History

  1. Flag adopted in 1912
  2. Based on earlier flags of the United Provinces of Central America
  3. Coat of arms added to the flag in 1865

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