What is the meaning of Miami city flag?

The City Flag of Miami has a white field charged with city seal in the center. The design represents the city's history, culture and diversity. The flag of the City of Miami was designed in 1925 by Francis L. Abreu, a prominent Cuban-American artist and one of the founders of the Cuban Club of Miami.

Official Color Description

The colors in the Coat of Arms are officially described as follows:

- Yellow - The golden color of opportunity

- Red - Blood shed in defense of freedom

- White - Purity of ideals

- Blue - The waters which surround the City on three sides

Official Symbol Descriptions

The symbols in the Coat of Arms are officially described as follows:

- The two keys at the base represent the keys to paradise, which Miami has always been considered to be.

- The orange blossom stands for the area’s first agricultural product.

- The alligator shows that the city is in a tropical area.

- The Indian’s head represents the original inhabitants of Florida.

- The ship with the billowing sails represents trade.

- The castle represents the city as the "Capital of the Tropics."

- The palm trees signify life and eternal existence.

- The sun represents Miami as a city of eternal sunshine.

- The motto, "PROGRESSUS," or "Progress," speaks for the dynamic and forward-looking spirit of the Miami.