Symbols of Our Nation Part 1

OUR FLAG

Trinidad and Tobago Flag

The flag of Trinidad and Tobago consists of a red base with an off centered black diagonal stripe originating in the top left corner and running across the flag. The black stripe is bordered on both sides by a thin white stripe.The flag was chosen by the Independence committee in 1962. Red, black and white symbolize fire (the sun, representing courage), earth (representing dedication) and water (representing purity and equality), respectively. As you will see in the Video below, Carlise Chang was responsible for designing Trinidad and Tobago’s National Flag.

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National flag of Trinidad and Tobago – Carlisle Chang

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY 2010

Here is a video This Land of Ours (part 1- 4.)

These videos are on youtube and were posted by the Ministry of Tourism. As you watch, take time to reflect on how far we’ve come and how far we still must go. Remember that our history defines us and can make or break us.

Happy Independence Trinidad and Tobago!

 Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

Part 4

Also, The National Archives of Trinidad and Tobago invites you to its Independence and Republic Day Exhibit 2010, hosted at the NATT’s Search room.