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Flag of Barbados

     The national flag of Barbados was adapted November 30, 1966. It consists of two lists separated by a vertical blue gold, which contains a trident black. The trident symbolizes the independence of Barbados from the UK and each of its ends is one of the pillars of democracy. Blue symbolizes the ocean and sky, and symbolizes the golden sands of Barbados. Another second symbolism of the trident of Poseidon, king of the sea according to Greek mythology, shows that the Barbados economy depends mainly on fishing.

Anthem of Barbados

 Barbados Coat of Arms

In plenty and in time of need
When this fair land was young
Our brave forefathers sowed the seed
From which our pride has sprung
A pride that makes no wanton boast
Of what it has withstood
That binds our hearts from coast to coast
The pride of nationhood


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The Lord has been the people's guide

We loyal sons and daughters all
Do hereby make it known
These fields and hills beyond recall
Are now our very own
We write our names on history's page
With expectations great
Strict guardians of our heritage
Firm craftsmen of our fate

For past three hundred years.
With Him still on the people's side
We have no doubts or fears.
Upward and onward we shall go,
Inspired, exulting, free,
And greater will our nation grow
In strength and unity.