The Mexican flag is full of national symbolism. The green strip represents the Independence Movement. The white stripe represents the purity of the Catholic faith. The red stripe represents the Spaniards that joined in the quest for Independence. The center of the Mexican flag is its most striking feature. It’s a powerful looking Golden Eagle, perched atop a prickly pear cactus, with a snake in its beak and talons. The meaning behind it goes back to an Aztec legend. In ancient times, the gods told the Aztecs that they would find the perfect place to build their city where they saw an eagle on a cactus, eating a serpent. They spotted such an eagle – right in the spot that is now the main plaza in Mexico City.
Thanks a lot Pat!
Date: Dec 4
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