Anthony C. George
Grenadian artist (1938–2024) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Anthony Conrad George BEM (7 January 1938 – 7 February 2024) was a Grenadian artist known for being the designer of the Grenadian national flag.[1] He resided in both London, England, and in mainland Grenada, where he grew up from the age of 10.
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Born | Anthony Conrad George (1938-01-07)7 January 1938 Carriacou, Grenada, British Windward Islands |
Died | 7 February 2024(2024-02-07) (aged 86) United Kingdom |
Nationality | Grenadian |
Known for | Painting, Drawing, Photography |
Notable work | Flag of Grenada (1973) |
Website | www |
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A prolific artist, in 1973 George entered a national design contest preparing for the independence of Grenada in 1974. The contest allowed entrants to submit designs for a new national flag and coat of arms with motto, George won both competitions.
However, he was not to receive full recognition for his designs until some 30 years later.