Grenada Flag: Meaning and History

History of the flag

Colonized by France in 1650 and later ceded to Great Britain in 1789, the country raised its national flag on February 7, 1974 - the day of independence.

Christopher Columbus discovered the island of Grenada in 1498 and named it ‘Concepción.’

What do the elements of the flag mean?

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  The star in the center represents the capital, Saint George’s. The six other stars represent the country’s six parishes.

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  Nutmeg is a major resource of the country, the world’s second-largest producer.

• The sun, hospitality, and grapefruits.

• Agriculture and fertility.

• Courage and unity.