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The quetzal, the national bird of Guatemala, symbolizes freedom. The blue bands stand for the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. The weapons represent the defence of liberty. Effective date: 15 September 1968.

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More troops head to Afghanistan
The exercise involved up to 3,500 soldiers and Royal Marines, including a working dog support unit.

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