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Flag Symbolism Two equal horizontal bands of white (top) and red; there is a blue square the same height as the white band at the hoist-side end of the white band; the square bears a white five-pointed star in the center representing a guide to progress and honor; blue symbolizes the sky, white is for the snow-covered Andes, and red stands for the blood spilled to achieve independence; the design was influenced by the United States flag. The coat of arms, which has the same colors as the flag, consists of a field divided into two equal parts: the upper part is blue and the lower part is red. In the foreground are a condor, the strongest bird in the Chilean sky, and a huemul, Chile's most distinctive animal. Both animals wear golden naval crowns on their heads, symbolizing Chile's maritime renown. A crest consisting of three feathers in red, white and blue crowns the coat of arms. Historically, these feathers were what the presidents of the republic placed in their hats to be distinguished. Further down is the motto "By reason or by force"

Flag History The flag was designed by American Charles Wood, who fought for Chilean independence as an officer in the army of General Jose de San Martin. The design is clearly influenced by the Stars and Stripes. The white star is the guiding star on the path of progress and honor. The blue symbolizes the sky. The white symbolizes the snow of the Andes. The red stands for all the blood shed in the struggle for independence.