Symbolism
The blue represents the People's United Party (PUP) and the red represents the United Democratic Party (UDP), together representing national unity. The coat of arms features two woodcutters (one mestizo, one black) supporting a shield, representing the logging industry that was the basis of the economy.
History
Adopted on September 21, 1981, upon independence. It is the only national flag to have more than ten colors and the only one to feature humans.
Construction
A 2:3 ratio. A blue field with two narrow red horizontal stripes at the top and bottom, and the national coat of arms centered on a white disc.
Color Meanings
blue: The People's United Party (PUP)
red: The United Democratic Party (UDP)
white: Peace and national unity
Country Facts
Flag Identification
- Adopted
- September 21, 1981
- Proportions
3:5 (≈1.667)
- De Jure Ratio
- 2:3
- Total Colors
- 4
- Primary Layout
- Horizontal bands
- Key Symbols
- Emblem, Animal, Plant, Weapon, Text
Influences
Flag of British Honduras
Related flags
Flag Protocol
- Must be treated with dignity and not allowed to touch the ground
- The coat of arms must always face forward and be clearly visible
Practice
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