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Belgrano proposes a national flag
- When
- 26 February 1812
- Where
- Government of the United Provinces of the Río de la Plata
Belgrano wrote to the government proposing a flag reflecting the colours of the recently adopted national cockade.
On 26 February 1812, General Manuel Belgrano wrote to the government of the United Provinces of the Río de la Plata to propose the creation of a national flag. He argued that the colours of the recently adopted national cockade should also be reflected in the banners flown by patriot forces.
Sources
- Flag of Argentina Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-30
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