HISTORY of FLAGS

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HISTORY of FLAGS. Vexillology. The study of flags People have used flags for over 4,000 years The word comes from a Latin word meaning “guide” First type of flag was called a vexilloid Made of metal or wooden poles with carvings. Now that’s “a grand old flag!” – Iran, 3,000 BC. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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HISTORY of FLAGS

HISTORY of FLAGS

Vexillology
The study of flagsPeople have used flags for over 4,000 yearsThe word comes from a Latin word meaning guideFirst type of flag was called a vexilloidMade of metal or wooden poles with carvings

Now thats a grand old flag! Iran, 3,000 BC

Why a Flag?
It sends a messageHelps to identify whos whoEvery country has a flagStatesTeamsOrganizations, etc.Flags change (ex: governmental changes)Fun fact:The 5 circles of the Olympic flag represents the people of 5 continents coming together to compete

Sochi!

South Carolina
Fort Moultrie (Liberty Flag)
Ranked 10th best state flag by the North American Vexillological Association

Flag language:
Signals
Martime

Well Known Flags:
White Flag -Surrender
Red Flag - Danger

Yo, ho, yo, ho A pirates life for me

Racing
Vatican

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