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The Meaning & History of the Ecuador Flag The inspiration and design for Ecuador's flag came from the instigator of South American Independence, General Francisco Gabriel de Miranda (1750-1816) It was then adopted by the Republics of Ecuador, Colombia, and Venezuela These three countries formed a confederation from 1822 until 1830 when they each became separate nations The flag has remained the same for the three sovereign states with only slight differences distinguishing one flag from the others The Coat of Arms of Ecuador is in the shape of heart and rests on a bundle of sheaves which is the Republic's insignia for dignity |
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The palm and laurel branches between them symbolize victory The condor perched at the top offers the country shelter and protection and stands ready to strike out against any enemies Aries, Taurus, Gemini, and Cancer represent parts of the Zodiac and the Sun takes its place in the middle of these signs which are historically significant to Ecuadorians The Chimborazo Mountain is displayed being the highest in the Andes Range The steamboat "Guayas" is also pictured and was the first of its kind in South America. The flag of Ecuador was adopted on September 26, 1860 |
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