Ghanaian National Anthem , Coat of Arm and National Flag.



The Meaning of the Flag

I decided on the three colors of red, gold & green because of the geography of Ghana. Ghana lies in the tropics and blessed with rich vegetation. The color Gold was influenced by the mineral rich nature of our lands and Red commemorates those who died or worked for the country's independence. Then the five pointed lone star which is the symbol of African emancipation and unity in the struggle against colonialism.
--- Designer: Mrs. Theodosia Salome Okoh






The Ghana Coat of Arms is found on all government official letter heads. It symbolizes government official sanction and it has found an important Government places like the Castle, the Courts and government offices. The Coat of arms was designed by Mr. Amon Kotei, a Ghanaian.




COMPOSITION:

The Ghana Coat of Arms is composed of a shield, divided into four quarters by a green St. George's Cross, rimmed with gold. The following are the symbols in the quarters and their meanings.

1. Crossed linguist staff and ceremonial sword on a blue background Position: Top left-hand quarter. Represents local administration

2. A heraldic castle on a heraldic Sean with a light blue background

Position: Top right-hand quarter. Represents National Government 3. A Cocoa Tree Position: Bottom left hand quarter. Represents the Agricultural wealth of the country 4. A Mine Shaft

Position: Bottom right hand quarter. Represents the mineral wealth of the country 5. A Gold Lion

Position: In the center of the green St. George's Cross. Represents the continued link between Ghana and the Commonwealth

6. Black five pointed star rimmed with gold standing on the wreath of red, gold and green colours

Position: Surmounting (On top of) the shield. Represents the lone star of African Freedom

7. Two Eagles, around each of whose neck hangs a black star suspended from a ribbon of Ghana colours - red, gold and green

Position: Supporting the shield (Coat of Arms). Signifies a protector with strength, very clear and attentive eyes keeping watch over the country

8. The motto FREEDOM AND JUSTICE is found under the shield.

The Ghanaian National Anthem
God bless our homeland Ghana,
And make our nation great and strong,
Bold to defend forever
The cause of Freedom and of Right.
Fill our hearts with true humility
Make us cherish fearless honesty,
And help us to resist oppressors' rule
With all our will and might evermore.


Hail to thy name, O Ghana
To thee we make our solemn vow;
Steadfast to build together
A nation strong in Unity;
With our gifts of mind and strength of arm,
Whether night or day, in the midst of storm,
In every need whatever the call may be,
To serve thee, Ghana, now and evermore.

Raise high the flag of Ghana,
And one with Africa advance;
Black star of hope and honor,
To all who thirst for liberty;
Where the banner of Ghana free flies,
May the way to freedom truly lie
Arise, arise, O sons of Ghana land,
And under God march on forevermore.


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Reference: Ghana Web

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