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Puerto Rico Flag: Meaning and History

Embroidered flag patch — Puerto Rico

History of the flag

The flag of Puerto Rico (an unincorporated territory of the United States) was designed in 1895 by pro-independence exiles in New York, and adopted in 1952.

It was banned for a long time under American rule, before becoming the island's official symbol.

What do the elements of the flag mean?

  • Illustrious Puerto Rico, shining in the blue sky as a sign of hope and unity.

  • The three sides of the triangle represent the branches of government (executive, legislative, judicial).

  • For the blood shed by patriots.

  • Represents peace and freedom.

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