People hold the flag, wear the flag, and march with fellow Puerto Ricans that come from all different states songs. This spectacular parade roots from Law 53, Puerto Ricans never take for granted their ability to hold, display, wear, embrace or sing to their beloved Monoestrellada flag. Following are two known facts about the symbolism of the Puerto Rico flag Gutterman D. In , a new colonial flag was introduced by the Spanish government, a design that resembled the flag of Spain, with a coat of arms in the center.
This flag was used until when the island became a possession of the United States as a result of the Spanish — American War. The Puerto Rico flag is also a symbol of political conflict of what Puerto Rico could have been and currently should be, this discussion is currently a popular discussion among Puerto Ricans, the component of the flag that best describes this conflict is the color of the triangle of the flag.
The conflict that is still discussed today about the flag is the color of the triangle. It was concluded that the original color of triangle of the flag is celestial blue, the same as the Lares flag.
Most likely when the flag went into production, it was simply made the same blue as the United States. Political issues aside, both celestial blue and navy blue are used by local and artisans displaying the flag.
The navy blue triangle is more widely used, it is used in all official buildings. To those that with strong political convictions, the discussion of the color seems to be rooted in opinions of what the status of Puerto Rico ought to be rather than historical correctness. Those that prefer independence fervently favor celestial blue, those that favor statehood favor the U. A few argue that the original color is indigo blue like the Cuban flag since the design of the Puerto Rican flag was exactly like it with the colors inverted.
The new trend seems to be going back to celestial blue. It seems that no matter which color is on the flag, it changes nothing about the feeling and meaning it holds for Puerto Ricans. Although a beloved symbol, love and pride does not come from the flag, it comes from the love shared with family and friends, memories made on the island and respect for Patria in the heart.
Most Puerto Ricans have historically left the island seeking better job opportunities. As United States citizens, Puerto Ricans are offended when most mainland citizens are unaware of the fact that Puerto Ricans are citizens as well. Although Puerto Ricans hold strong cultural pride, they consider themselves just as American as any other U. The great American Flag is proudly flown right next to the Puerto Rican flag.
In June of , a non-binding statehood referendum took place, an overwhelming percentage of Puerto Ricans voted for statehood. Puerto Rican , a term just like New Yorkers or Hawaiian , obviously describes the state of origin, all American, residents of the island lack the great privilege of voting for their President. Puerto Ricans have U.
Passports, if they live within the 50 states they may vote for President but if they reside on the island, the privilege is lost. Out of respect to everyone reading this article, no political arguments are meant to be said. There are pros and cons to all political sides and beliefs. The fact is, the majority of Puerto Ricans want Puerto Rico to cease being a territory and have the beloved star of the Puerto Rican flag become part of the great American flag.
Contrary to how the news portrays the current status of Puerto Rico and the reasons for becoming a state, most Puerto Ricans feel tremendous American pride and simply wish to enjoy the full rights of their American citizenship. History shows the traditions and cultural pride of Puerto Ricans will not cease whether Puerto Rico becomes a state or remains a territory of the United States.
The American pride is clear in Major League Baseball, Puerto Ricans have historically played a major role in the sport, they happily play for the American team and hold up the flag, and when nostalgia and Patria homeland pride kicks in, they will hold up their beloved Puerto Rican flag.
In , the US invaded, passing the island from one imperial ruler to another. Wikimedia Commons In the mids, another pro-independence movement was gaining steam, this time against US control of the island. While the Gag Law would eventually be deemed unconstitutional, the insular government found a way to successfully strip the flag of its radical meaning. Versions of the flag began popping up in murals throughout the country. The demonstration quickly turned violent.
Amid the chaos, the black-and-white flag could be seen waving high in a cloud of tear gas and painted on the long wooden shields people used to protect themselves. The population is rapidly dwindling , schools are closing en masse , entire communities have no access to hospitals , and 44 percent of people live in poverty. Melendez-Badillo thinks the flag will continue to have a special currency. They come to represent a potential future that has not been attained.
Correction: An earlier version of this article misstated the period of time that the flag was considered illegal. Justin Agrelo. AJ Vicens. Stephanie Mencimer. A sign of freedom. Freedom, but not yet free. Give us feedback.
Read Next View. Segovia Studio Units. Hacienda Tres Casitas. Aibonito Hotel Police used to arrest anyone displaying the flag on charges of insubordination against the United States. It was not until July 25, , when Puerto Rico became a Commonwealth that the flag was officially adopted as the national flag.
The Puerto Rican flag consists of 5 alternate red and white stripes. On the left of the flag is a single white five-pointed star resting in a blue triangle. The three red stripes symbolizes the blood from the brave warriors, the two white stripes victory and peace after obtaining independence, blue symbolizes the sky and sea and the white star is the island. In when Puerto Rico became a commonwealth, the flag was officially adopted, but it symbolism was altered to distance the flag from its history, along the blue, it was changed to a darker tone to make it similar to the American flag.
The symbolism is explained thus. The white star stands for the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico while the three sides of the equilateral triangle together represent the three branches of the Republican government executive, legislative and judicial branches. The three red strips symbolize the blood that feeds those parts of the government. The two white stripes symbolizing the rights of man and the freedom of the individual, are a perpetual reminder of the need for vigilance of a democratic government is to be preserved.
The flag is not flown except in company of the U. It should always stay to the left of the U. The Puerto Rican flag should be raised after the United States' flag is risen and put down before the United States' flag.
It consists of thirteen equal horizontal stripes of red top and bottom alternating with white, with a blue rectangle in the canton referred to specifically as the "union" bearing fifty small, white, five-pointed stars arranged in nine offset horizontal rows, where rows of six stars top and bottom alternate with rows of five stars.
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