Guam was initially home to the Chamorro people from 1500 BC until 1565, when it was conquered by the Spanish. Today, traces of Spanish architecture stand alongside glitzy tourist centers in the capital, Hagåtña. Fortunately, despite rapid modernization, Guam has managed to preserve the native culture, which continues to thrive in certain areas of the island.
In 1521, Ferdinand Magellan landed on Guam. In 1565, Spain claimed the Mariana Islands, but a colonial settlement was not founded until 1668. After four years of conflict, the leader of the Jesuit mission was killed by Chamorros, leading to thirty years of warfare. Spain maintained a colonial presence until 1898, and contemporary Chamorro culture evidences much Hispanic influence, particularly the preeminence of the Roman Catholic Church.
Today Guam is an unincorporated, organized territory of the United States. The people of Guam have been U.S. citizens since 1950. They have been represented in the U.S. Congress since 1973 by a nonvoting delegate, but they do not participate in presidential elections.
The Guam Flag was officially accepted by the Guam Congress on February 9, 1948. The Guam flag was designed in 1917 by Mrs. Helen L. Paul. Mrs. Paul was the wife of a US Naval Officer, The national flag of Guam was adopted in 1948. The Guam flag is made up of a field of blue with a red border.
Amidst the blue field is the nation's emblem which is oval. The crest highlights a kayak cruising in Agana Bay close Hagatna; a coconut palm outlined against Two Lover's Point in Tumon Bay; and the name of the nation, GUAM in red letters.
The oval state of the ensign alludes to the antiquated Chamorro sling stones that were used on the island. In 1930, the oval outline was made the Great Seal of the Territory of Guam. The hues and the outline of the Guam Flag have been obtained from the United States banner. The Flag Company Inc had practical experience in banner plans offered an uncommon version of decals and banners to retain for future generations.
In 1521, Ferdinand Magellan landed on Guam. In 1565, Spain claimed the Mariana Islands, but a colonial settlement was not founded until 1668. After four years of conflict, the leader of the Jesuit mission was killed by Chamorros, leading to thirty years of warfare. Spain maintained a colonial presence until 1898, and contemporary Chamorro culture evidences much Hispanic influence, particularly the preeminence of the Roman Catholic Church.
Today Guam is an unincorporated, organized territory of the United States. The people of Guam have been U.S. citizens since 1950. They have been represented in the U.S. Congress since 1973 by a nonvoting delegate, but they do not participate in presidential elections.
The Guam Flag was officially accepted by the Guam Congress on February 9, 1948. The Guam flag was designed in 1917 by Mrs. Helen L. Paul. Mrs. Paul was the wife of a US Naval Officer, The national flag of Guam was adopted in 1948. The Guam flag is made up of a field of blue with a red border.
Amidst the blue field is the nation's emblem which is oval. The crest highlights a kayak cruising in Agana Bay close Hagatna; a coconut palm outlined against Two Lover's Point in Tumon Bay; and the name of the nation, GUAM in red letters.
The oval state of the ensign alludes to the antiquated Chamorro sling stones that were used on the island. In 1930, the oval outline was made the Great Seal of the Territory of Guam. The hues and the outline of the Guam Flag have been obtained from the United States banner. The Flag Company Inc had practical experience in banner plans offered an uncommon version of decals and banners to retain for future generations.
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