The flag of Rio Grande do Sul is the official flag of the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul.
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| Use | Civil and state flag |
|---|---|
| Proportion | 7:10 |
| Adopted | 5 January 1966 |
History
editThe state flag originated from the flag of the Riograndense Republic, which seceded from Brazil from 1836 to 1845.[1] The flag of the republic was created in a decree from November 12, 1836, which described the flag, which was originally square in shape and lacking the coat of arms in the centre.[1] The state flag was officially adopted on in 1889, and in 1891 the flag was altered to include the shield.[2] It stayed the state flag until 1937 when under the leadership of Getúlio Vargas, the use of state symbols was banned under the Brazilian Constitution of 1937.[3] The flag was re-adopted on January 5, 1966.[3]
Symbolism
editThe symbolism of the flag is controversial.[3][1] There are many suggestions for the meaning of the colours of the flag including that the green and yellow represent Brazil, with the red representing war.[1] Another suggested meaning is that the green represents the pampas forest, the red symbolizes revolution and courage, and the yellow represents riches.[1][3]
Gallery
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Flag of the Riograndense Republic -
Flag of the Governor of Rio Grande do Sul
References
edit- ^ a b c d e Pereira Lima, Henrique. "A BANDEIRA RO RIO GRANDE DO SUL História e significados das cores". cadernosdehistoria (in Portuguese). Retrieved 5 September 2024.
- ^ "Rio Grande do Sul (Brazil)". Flags of the World. Retrieved 5 September 2024.
- ^ a b c d "Símbolos". Governo do Estado Rio Grande do Sul (in Portuguese). Retrieved 5 September 2024.