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The Rhode Island State Seal The Great Seal of the State of Rhode Island serves as a symbol of authenticity which verifies that government documents and papers of state are official and legal in the "Ocean State". The Rhode Island state seal is also an emblem that is representative of the state's origins, history, character and ideals. The following motto, reflecting the spirit of the state, is also incorporated in the Rhode Island state seal: "Hope" The Rhode Island state seal identifies government buildings and officials and is a centerpiece for the Rhode Island state flag. The symbolism, history and emblems of the seal are described in this article with fast facts and information. | |
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Facts on the Rhode Island State Seal The men who designed the Great State seals were educated in the classics and were knowledgeable of art history and symbolism of heraldry. Fast, fun facts about the history and design of the Rhode Island State Seal: Rhode Island State Seal Facts | | Fact 1: William Dyre, Secretary of the General Assembly is believed to have made a doodle of the original anchor design | | Fact 2: The word "Hope" was placed over the seal's anchor and 1636 is the year Rhode Island was founded | | Fact 3: The anchor with the word "Hope" above it was first adopted in 1664 by the Rhode Island General Assembly for the State of Rhode Island Providence Plantations. |
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Description, Symbols, Icons and Emblems of the Rhode Island State Seal The description and meaning of the Rhode Island symbols, icons and emblems are as follows: The Mystery of the the Newport Tower and the Rhode Island Flyer This is an early flyer with the 1876 design of the seal. The flyer has an image of the Newport Tower, a round stone tower located in Touro Park in Newport, Rhode Island. Newport Tower is a medieval design and there are many theories regarding its age and construction. The picture of the boat clearly resembles a Viking ship - but manned by Native Americans. This appears to reflect the theory that descendants of Scotsman Henry Sinclair may have reached North America in 1398, a in Viking style ship, and directed construction of Newport Tower in Rhode Island. |
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Rhode Island State Seal for Kids | Meaning & recent pictures of the Great Seal | | "Hope" the motto | | Find the meaning of the Great State Seal | | Meaning, History, Symbols and Origin for kids | | Meaning, symbols, design, description and history | | Interesting facts & picture of the Great State Seal | | Official Nickname "Ocean State" | | Meaning of the Seal for schools, kids and children |
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Rhode Island State Seal for Kids
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