The red and blue colors of the flag represent unity of the people. The 50 olive leaves that border around the perimeter of the Coat of arms symbolize the year of 1950 when Belize, then British Honduras, began its quest for Independence. The Mahogany Tree represents the country’s economic foundation. The two men on either side of the tree represent the log wood workers. Under the Mahogany Tree is a shield separated into three – the left is an oar and squaring axe, the right is a saw and beating axe, and the base has a ship in full sail. Directly below the shield is the National Motto, 'Sub Umbra Floreo', in Latin which translates to 'Under the Shade I Flourish' referring to the shade of the Mahogany Tree.
Thanks a lot Nathanial and Mandy!
Date: July 24
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