Chilean poet and diplomat. His work includes lyrics and the epic poem of the American continent Canto General (1950). He was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1971. He served as consul and ambassador to many countries during the period 192744.
Blue represents the black population and links with Africa. Red stands for those of mixed race. The original blue and red flag was based on the French tricolour. Effective date: 25 February 1986.