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-rifles: Guatemala's willingness to defend itself in war
-olive branches: How Guatemala prefers peace.
-blue stripes: Represents the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea
-white stripe: Stands for the purity of the country's values and peace.
-bird: The quetzal, the national bird of Guatemala, symbolizes freedom.
-Spanish writing: Liberty: September 15, 1821. This is the Independence date (from Spain) that Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Costa Rica all share.
-bird: Resplendent Quetzal, the national bird of Guatemala that symbolizes liberty
-bay laurel crown: the symbol for victory
-crossed swords: representing honor.
It is the Guatemalan coat of arms.
The quetzal bird symbolizes liberty.
The crossed rifles symbolize national defense.
The crossed swords symbolize honor.
The bay laurel leaves symbolize victory.
The parchment bears the date of Guatemalan independence from Spain (September 15, 1821).
Libertad 15 de Septiembre de 18 (the original date of independence from Spain).
The scroll on the flag of Guatemala reads "Libertad 15 de septiembre de 1821", representing the date, September 15, 1821, when Central America became independent of Spain.
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What is the motto of Universidad del Valle de Guatemala?
The motto of Universidad del Valle de Guatemala is 'Excelencia que trasciende'.
What is Guatemala's national name?
Republican Of Guatemala
When was National Library of Guatemala created?
National Library of Guatemala was created in 1897.
What is the name of Guatemala's national anthem?
Guatemala Feliz
When was National Democratic Movement - Guatemala - created?
National Democratic Movement - Guatemala - was created in 1954.
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What is Guatemala state tree?
The Ceiba is currently the national tree of Guatemala.
Is the quetzal found mainly in Guatemala?
Yes it is, the quetzal is the national bird of Guatemala.
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What is the national instrument of Guatemala?
Marimba
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