Uruguay Flag
Flag History
The creators of the flag were inspired by the national colors of Argentina, and by the design of the American STars and Stipes. The nine stripes represent the nine original regions of Uruguay. The sun is a symbol of freedom.
Flag Date of Adoption
11 July 1830
Flag Symbolism
nine equal horizontal stripes of white (top and bottom) alternating with blue; there is a white square in the upper hoist-side corner with a yellow sun bearing a human face known as the Sun of May and 16 rays alternately triangular and wavyUruguay National Anthem
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| Anthem Lyrics |
Orientales, la patria o la tumba. |
| Anthem Lyrics English |
Orientals, our nation or the grave, |