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The national emblem of Guinea-Bissau is like a special picture that represents the country. It was chosen very soon after Guinea-Bissau became independent from Portugal in 1973.

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Emblem of Guinea-Bissau
Coat of arms of Guinea-Bissau.svg
Armiger Republic of Guinea-Bissau
Adopted 1994
Crest None
Torse None
Blazon Gules, in chief a Mullet or five points Sable
Supporters Two wreathes of laurel proper
Compartment A sea shell Or
Motto Unidade, Luta, Progresso
(Portuguese: "Unity, Struggle, Progress")
Order(s) None

What Does the Emblem of Guinea-Bissau Mean?

The emblem of Guinea-Bissau has several important symbols. A big black star is right in the middle. This star is a well-known symbol for Pan-Africanism. Pan-Africanism is a movement that encourages unity among all African people. This star is often called the Black star of Africa.

At the bottom of the emblem, you can see a seashell. This seashell reminds us that Guinea-Bissau is located on the west coast of Africa, right by the ocean. Two olive branches surround the seashell. Olive branches are a common symbol for peace.

There is also a red banner at the bottom. On this banner, you will find the country's motto. The motto is written in Portuguese: "Unidade, Luta, Progresso". In English, this means "Unity, Struggle, Progress".

How the Emblem Changed Over Time

Before Guinea-Bissau became independent, it was a colony of Portugal. Because of this, it had different emblems over the years. In 1935, Portugal gave official emblems to all its colonies. These emblems followed a similar design.

  • Provisional Coat of Arms of the Colony of Guinea

    This was the emblem of Portuguese Guinea between 1933 and May 8, 1935.

  • Coat of arms of Portuguese Guinea (1935-1951)

    This emblem was used from May 8, 1935, to June 11, 1951.

  • Coat of arms of Portuguese Guinea (1951-1974)

    This emblem was used from June 11, 1951, to September 24, 1973.

  • Lesser coat of arms of Portuguese Guinea

    This was a smaller version of the emblem, used from May 8, 1935, to September 24, 1973.

  • Coat of arms of Guinea-Bissau (variant)

    This emblem was used by Guinea-Bissau from 1973 to 1994.

  • Coat of arms of Guinea-Bissau

    This is the current emblem of Guinea-Bissau, used since 1994.

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