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The flag of Panama was designed by Manuel E. Amador, who was the son of the nation's first president.1
While an earlier design proposal incorporated colors from the Colombian flag, the final version—which became official on July 4, 1904—features a quarterly design with two stars. The colors represent the country's two major political parties and peace, while the overall aesthetic reflects the influence of the flag of the United States.1