Argentina is a state that is located on the South American continent and boasts a rich history and original traditions. National symbols are in high esteem in this country. Argentina considers its flag and coat of arms to be something more than state symbols. Through them, she shows the world the diversity of her culture and reveals the unique spirit of freedom. Even the national football team of this country is called “Alba Celeste”, which translates as “white-blue”.
general description
The national flag has the shape of a rectangle, the length and width of which are compared as two to one. The cloth consists of three equal in height strips located horizontally. The two extreme ones are made in light blue. As for the midline, it is white. In the center, the flag of Argentina (photo below) has a yellow image of the May sun. It is considered one of the national symbols of the country and marks the revolutionary events of May.
Appearance story
The national flag of this South American country was first officially recognized in 1812. It should be noted that that version differed from the modern version by the absence of a picture on a white strip. It should be noted that both one and the other flag of Argentina as of today is a valid symbol. The version with the sun is known as the ceremonial official symbol, and without it it has the status of a festive canvas. The fundamental difference in their use is that in the first case, the flag always rises higher.
An interesting historical fact is that the right to use the option with the image of the sun for a long time had exclusively governmental, provincial and national organizations. As for individuals, they were allowed to use only the flag without its image. This situation was even approved at the government level by a special legislative act, which was repealed in 1985.
Symbolism
According to the most common version, the flag of Argentina symbolizes the white color of the snowy Andes and the blue sky of the country. At the same time, some historians claim that it was this combination of colors that was used by the Bourbon dynasty. There is also a third version. It boils down to the fact that the coloring of the national Argentinean symbol is connected with the clothes of the Virgin Mary. It should be noted informal interpretation of the characters. In particular, the blue color in Argentina often means its main river, La Plata, and the white color is silver, in whose honor the entire state is named. The sun at the same time historically symbolizes the god of the Inca state.
June 20
The flag of Argentina is so respected in the state that there is even a national holiday in the country that is dedicated to it. It is celebrated on June 20. The fact is that it was on this day in 1820 that its author, Manuel Belgran, died. Moreover, in this person’s hometown (Rosario), he is celebrated for a whole week. It should be noted that here the flag of Argentina even has its own monument, which national symbols of many other countries cannot boast of.
National emblem
The flag colors are used as a background for the national coat of arms. It depicts a handshake near the Phrygian cap, which is considered a symbol of prosperity, equality and freedom. The top of the cap hangs to one side, and it is rounded. The same symbol was used by some tribes that have long inhabited the area. In addition, the emblem has the symbol of the nation - the rising sun, and it is decorated with oak branches.