Why We Can't Have Nice Vexillogical Things
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Exploring the History and Meaning of Flag Display
The chapter explores the history and significance of flying flags upside down, particularly focusing on the US flag code's instructions for displaying it only in times of distress. Speakers discuss the origins of this practice, its use in protests, the distinction between flag etiquette and laws, and the political implications of using the flag as a statement. Conversations also revolve around flag burning as political expression, protection under the First Amendment, and the differing perspectives of vexillologists on flag symbolism and usage.
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