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The evolution of New Mexico's state flag is a tale of cultural identity and pride. Initially without an official flag, New Mexico adopted an unofficial one in 1915. In 1925, the state officially adopted Dr. Harry Mera's design featuring the Zia sun symbol, which holds deep cultural significance for the Zia Pueblo people. The flag's design, unchanged since its adoption, reflects New Mexico's Spanish heritage and is a source of state pride, recognized for its simplicity and symbolism.
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Twitchell's design featured a dark blue field with the United States flag, the words "New Mexico" in silver, and the state seal
The Twitchell flag was displayed at the 1915 Panama-California Exposition in San Diego
The Twitchell flag is now preserved at the Palace of the Governors in Santa Fe
The DAR pushed for an official state flag in 1920 to better represent New Mexico's cultural heritage
Dr. Mera's design, featuring the Zia sun symbol on a yellow field with red and yellow colors, was selected in a design competition
The flag was officially adopted by the state legislature in 1925 by Governor Arthur T. Hannett
The Zia sun symbol holds profound cultural and religious importance for the Zia Pueblo people, representing the Circle of Life
Dr. Mera chose the Zia sun symbol for the flag, though it was done without the consent of the Zia Pueblo
The Zia Pueblo's efforts to copyright the symbol have been complicated by its widespread adoption, but in 2012, the state formally acknowledged its appropriation without permission
The New Mexico state flag is prominently displayed at official functions and is a symbol of state pride
The flag's specifications are defined by state statutes and it is customary for students to recite a pledge to the flag in schools
The New Mexico state flag has been commended for its design and is highly regarded in the study of flags
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New Mexico's Union Admission Order
47th state, joined in 1912.
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1915 Panama-California Exposition Significance
Unofficial New Mexico flag debuted.
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Elements on the Unofficial New Mexico Flag
US flag in canton, 'New Mexico' and '47' in silver, state seal.
