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Flag of Mexico
The flag of Mexico is a rectangular flag with three vertical stripes of green, white and red. In the center of the white stripe, Mexico's coat of arms is featured. This flag was adopted in 1965 although a version of it has been used since the 1820's. Questions about the flag of Mexico can be directed here.
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What does Mexico's Coat of Arms mean?
The Mexican Coat of Arms, which also appears on the Mexican national flag, illustrates the fulfillment of a prophesy describing where the Aztec people would found their first city. It shows a golden eagle perched on a cactus while devouring a rattlesnake.
Before 1325 AD, the Aztec (or Mexica people, as they called themselves) were a nomadic tribe who wandered throughout the land, looking for a place to settle and build their capital. Their state religion awaited the fulfillment of an ancient prophecy: that the wandering tribe would find the destined site for a great city whose location would be signaled by an eagle eating a snake while perched atop a cactus.
The Aztecs saw this vision on what was then a small swampy island in the middle of lake Texcoco, after which they founded their capital city, on March 13, 1325. Not deterred by the unfavourable terrain, they set about building their city, using the chinampa system (misnamed as "floating gardens") for agriculture and to dry and expand the island. That city was Mexico-Tenochtitlan, now Mexico City (19° 25' 57.85'' N, 99° 07' 59.71'' W).
What do the colors on quintana roo flag stand for?
The "Quintana Roo flag" is the Mexican national flag, as Mexican states don't have a flag on their own -- unlike US states.
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No. It is a common mistake when constructing the Flag of Mexico to take the Mexican Coat of Arms and place it in center of the white stripe, using the Italian flag as the base design. This error occurs due to the fact that some people incorrectly believe the only difference between the two flags is the coat of arms in the Mexican national banner. Both flags use the same colors (green, white and red), but the Mexican flag has darker shades of green and red. Most importantly, these flags present a different aspect ratio (proportions), which gives each one a unique look. The Italian flag aspect ratio is 2:3 (1 to 1.5), more squarish in shape, while the Mexican flag aspect ratio is 4:7 (1 to 1.75), resulting in a longer shape.
What is the story of the bird and serpent on the Mexican flag?
Answer: The seal in the midddle of the flag of Mexico is the nation's coat of arms. The bird is the golden eagle (Spanish: águila real literally, "royal eagle"). In 1960, the Mexican Rafael Martín del Campo (an ornithologist) identified the eagle in the pre-Hispanic codex as the northern caracara a species common in Mexico. Even so, the golden eagle is still considered the Mexican eagle for official purposes, and for the same reason is regarded as the official bird of Mexico. When the snake was introduced it was originally an aquatic serpent, but since 1917, the serpent has been portrayed as a rattlesnake. The design and colour of the snake on the modern coat of arms do not correspond with those of any species of snake. The symbolism of the eagle devouring the snake is the triumph of good over evil. The nopal which the eagle stands bears some of its fruits and the pedestal on which the nopal grows is immersed in an Aztec symbol meaning water, a precious commodity in the arid regions of Mexico.
What does the colors on the baja california flag stand for?
The "Baja California flag" is the Mexican national flag, as Mexican states don't have a flag on their own -- unlike US states.
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Was a Texas high school student expelled for removing a Mexican flag?
Yes, a Texas high school student was expelled after removing a Mexican flag from a school building. The incident occurred during a protest related to a school event, and the student's actions sparked significant controversy and discussions about cultural sensitivity and respect for national symbols. The school's administration stated that the expulsion was a consequence of the student's behavior during the incident.
Why did a MEXICAN flag whit 1824 written boldly across it fly over the Alamo?
It meant half off on tacos. :D trolololol
Why is a lemon green in Mexico?
There are two types of the citric you are talking about. One is the lime, which is yellow and is usually used to make lemonade. The other is the acidic, green lemon which Mexicans use to spice up some of their meals. Lemons are green because they are eaten when they aren't ripe yet. Eventually, when they age, they become yellow, and are used to make some "aguas frescas" that look and have a similar taste to that of US lemonade.
What do the colors on the Mexican flag resemble?
§ White - peace and honesty
§ Red - hardiness, bravery, strength & valour
§ Green - hope, joy and love and in many cultures have a sacred significance
What is the color flag or Mexico?
Mexico states don't have flags but coats of arms or seals. The Distrito Federal (political entity which harbors Mexico City) has a seal as follows: a golden castle with two lions on both sides, with a blue background. The main seal is surrounded by a golden band with nopal (cactus) leaves.
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From what date to what date was the flag of Mexico with front eagle?
It has been around since 1821, when Mexico won its war of independence, up to this date.
Such eagle was however different, as it symbolized the First Mexican Empire (see related links). A more modern variation with the snake was first proposed when the empire was abolished and the republic was adopted on 1823 (see related links), continuing to be used until 1864 when France conquered part of Mexico and set up a Second Mexican Empire led by Maximilian I of Habsburg, changing the national coat of arms to look similar to the French Imperial arms. After Mexico won the Franco-Mexican War (1861-1867), it switched to its previous form.
During the following years, the coat of arms kept evolving but always having an eagle devouring a snake atop a cactus. The current version of the flag was adopted on 1968.
Which country has the oldest flag in the world?
The oldest flag still used by a nation, is the danish flag Dannebrog.
What are the colors on the Mexican flag?
It's difficult to tell, as the Mexican flag has a full color depiction of an eagle killing a snake on a cactus. (A symbol used by Aztecs in ancient times to tell when it was time to make a new home.)
The flag is cut into three vertical columns, green, white, and red, from left to right.
The eagle is in the middle, primarily a matte gold, with green cactus and snake.
There are also traces of black and blue.
What does the red on Mexican flag stand for?
the red on the Mexican flag stands for blood of Mexico's heroes
