The flag of Dominica is a vibrant representation of the island nation's natural beauty, people, and history.
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Colors and Meaning:
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- Green field: Lush vegetation of Dominica, a land known as "The Nature Island."
- Central red disc: Symbolizes Dominica's commitment to social justice.
- Yellow, black, and white cross: Represents the Christian faith (trinity) and the island's population:
Yellow: The original inhabitants, the Carib people.
Black: The fertile volcanic soil and African heritage.
White: Purity of aspirations and the island's clean water.
- Ten green stars: Each star represents one of Dominica's ten parishes.
- Sisserou parrot (Amazona imperialis): The national bird, depicted in the center of the red disc. It's a rare species endemic to Dominica.
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History:
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Dominica adopted its current flag in 1978, upon gaining independence. The flag replaced the British colonial flag used previously. Here are some interesting points about the flag's design:
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- Designed by Alwin Bully.
- Sisserou parrot is sometimes depicted in blue or purple, making the Dominican flag one of the few national flags to feature purple.
- The cross's three colors (yellow, black, white) have alternative meanings depending on the source.
- Some interpretations say they represent the sunshine (fruits), the rich black soil, and the pure rivers and waterfalls.
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