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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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