Flag of Panama
Colors
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Meaning & Symbolism
White represents peace between political parties. Blue symbolizes the Conservative Party, while red represents the Liberal Party, the two parties that dominated Panamanian politics at the time of independence. The stars represent authority and law. The arrangement of the quarters symbolizes peace and understanding between political factions.
History
Designed by Manuel Amador Guerrero for independence from Colombia in 1903. The design symbolizes the end of conflict between liberals and conservatives.
Curiosities
Panama separated from Colombia in 1903 with U.S. help to build the Canal. The flag was designed by the first president's family.
