In 1911, Colorado passed a law on the official flag. A red letter "C" stands for "Colorado You", which translated from Spanish, read as "red» (colored red). Golden Ball in "C" indicates the presence of gold mines in the state. A blue and white stripes on the flag represent the blue skies and white snow Rockies of Colorado.

The emblem of the State, which was officially adopted in 1877, a triangular shape symbolizes all-seeing eye of God. Also depicted on the emblem of the State of the mountains, the earth and pick that symbolize Colorado mining industry - the foundation of the state's economy.

Interesting Facts

 

Colorado is located in an elevated area. His land lies at an altitude of 2100 meters above sea level, and it is - the most "high-rise" state of the state.

The first charity in the state capital - Denver became a relief fund created in 1887, established a priest, rabbi and two ministers. The fund was named "Public Charitable Service» (Charity Organization Society).

The largest silver nugget ever found in North America, was discovered in 1894 near the town of Aspen. The nugget weighed 835 kg, and today he is the world's largest silver bullion.

There was a time when the Colorado in one day there were three of the governor. In 1905, the State Governor Adams was Alva (Alva Adams). But after two months of service in this position he was forced to resign because he was accused of fraud in the election. March 17, 1905 Adams left the governor's chair, and the state legislature called for the post of Governor James Peabody (James H. Peabody). He refused the offer of the post, and the same day the state governor's office headed by former vice governor Jesse McDonald.