Anthony C. George
Anthony Conrad George BEM (7 January 1938 – 7 February 2024) was a Grenadian artist known for being the designer of the Grenadian national flag. 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 7 January 1938 Carriacou, Grenada, British Windward Islands |
| Died | 7 February 2024 (aged 86) United Kingdom |
| Nationality | Grenadian |
| Known for | Painting, Drawing, Photography |
| Notable work | Flag of Grenada (1973) |
| Website | www |
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.
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