How did Colorado choose the colors for its state flag?

The Colorado state flag
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The Colorado state flag flows in the breeze over the Capitol building. Feb. 27, 2020.

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The American and Colorado flags are draped under the Rotunda at the Colorado State Capitol on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, awaiting the return lawmakers.

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