Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 2024 Ecuadorian national flag colors represent history, heroes and ocean By Tara Vocino T he Ecuadorian national fl ag was raised last Thursday afternoon outside Revere City Hall. The country’s fl ag colors represent history, heroes and the ocean. At right, Ward 4 Councillor Paul Argenzio saluted to the National Anthem. Department of Public Works employee Samuel Ruiz raised the fl ag. Yellow represents the history, red represents the heroes and blue represents the ocean. Avelina Roja received the Scholar Award. Michelle Pineda (in center) played the National Anthem on fl ute with Alberto Vasallo, Mayor Patrick Keefe and Maribel Carvajal saluting. Celestina Loja and Liam Guaman, 2, in traditional dress Avelina Loja (at left) with her sister, Maria Loja, dressed in the country’s colors. During last Thursday afternoon’s Ecuadorian fl ag raising outside City Hall, Mayor Patrick Keefe said Ecuador is known for its breathtaking landscapes, food and contributions to the community. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Director Steven Morabito introduced elected offi cials. Nelson Torre Samaniego gave a summary of the history of Ecuador.
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