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by Thanh-Tâm Le' , 12 January 1999
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This city of 39,147 inhabitants was founded on May 21, 1819 (although
its origins go back to 1725). The design, colours and symbolism
come from the CoA: the yellow symbolizes the Taíno [Tai'no]
Indians who lived [live??] in Isabela and are known for the
characteristic use of gold in decorations. The green symbolizes
the most ancient known inhabitants of Isabela, archaic Indians
and ingerís [mixed?], the latter probably being the first
agriculturers in the island, hence the green colour.
Thanh-Tâm Le' , 12 January 1999