Rio Grande do Norte
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The flag of Rio Grande do Norte features a white field divided by a green vertical stripe at the hoist and a red vertical stripe at the fly, with the state coat of arms at the center. The coat of arms includes a shield with symbols of the state's resources, framed by sugarcane and cotton branches. The green and red stripes represent the state's vegetation and the blood of its people, while white symbolizes peace.
Rio Grande do Norte is Brazil's largest producer of wind energy and sea salt, and its capital Natal was a crucial Allied air base during World War II.
Adopted: 1957
