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Short Stuff: Peace Sign

Stuff You Should Know

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The Birth of the Peace Sign

This chapter explores the origins of the peace sign, created by an activist group during a significant anti-nuclear march in London. The discussion highlights its dual interpretations and historical context, linking semaphore signals and the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament to its symbolism in activism.

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