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Flags
The histories, meanings, and descriptions of the flags of the Countries of the World and the etiquette of using them.
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What does star stand for in FCCLA?
STAR events, or Students Taking Action with Recognition, are competitive events in which individual FCCLA members are recognized for proficiency and achievement in chapter or individual projects, as well as leadership skills, and career preparation.
The flag is a piece of fabric that reflects a country because of its distinctive design. There is a flag called crossed flag which means there are two or more countries allies in one goal or vision, it does not matter which side is higher than the other.
The American flaga and the Christian cross are powerful and important symbols in the United States; and dictators have always taken the symbols of a nation and tried to use them and subvert them for their own purpose. If they can convince the people that these symbols and the ideas they represent are somehow under attack by the enemies of the dictator then the dictatro can turn the will of the people against his enemies. Once his enemies are eliminated the dictator then is free to impose his will as he pleases.
What do the chains stand for on the Spanish flag?
The chains are the Chains of Navarre. Each of the four quadrants of the Spanish coat of arms represent one of the four kingdoms that united to create Spain: the castle for Castile, the lion for Leon, the bars for Aragon, and the chains for Navarre.
The chains are a symbol of the fight led by the Kings of Navarre against Islamic Spain in the Reconquista. Specifically, when King Sancho VII of Navarre fought against the Muslims in the Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa in 1212, the Muslim camp was surrounded Black Slaves called Imesebelen in Spanish. These slaves were linked around the camp by a chain that effectively prevented them from moving and would force them to defend the Muslim position at the risk of their lives. King Sancho VII cut the chains, which allowed the Imesebelen to run away and expose the weaker Muslim flank. After the victory, which effectively destroyed any long-term hope the Muslims had of keeping Iberia, King Sancho VII ordered his soldiers to collect the chains as a trophy of their victory. Thus, they became the symbol of Navarre.
Why there are five corners of star on Pakistan flag?
Pakistan's flag's star has five corner's to represent the five pillars of Islam.
Switzerland does not have an official national flower.
Are all American flags required to be a standard proportion or ratio of length to width?
Virtually all national flags have a stipulated length/width ratio, usually 2:1, 3:2, or 5:3. The US flag ratio is 1.9:1 ( one point [decimal] nine to one).
What does Icelands flag look like?
Iceland's flag is blue. It has a red cross going down the center touching the sides. Around the red cross (like a border) is white only touching the red cross
Why is the the Romanian flag blue yellow and red?
According to the legend:
- blue: for freedom or sky
- yellow: for right or wheat
- red: for brotherhood or blood
Where is the transcript for meet the press 7 sept 2008?
This is the program where supposedly Mr. Obama insulted the flag. Except it never happened. It is yet another piece of fiction about the President; it is widely quoted but it is totally false. Mr. Obama (then still a candidate) was not on Meet the Press in September, and when he did in fact appear on the program in December, he said nothing about the flag. Nor has the president ever said anything negative about the flag, contrary to various myths. I enclose a link to snopes.com, which was one of many sites to debunk the flag claim.
Why was the Mexican flag created?
At the end of the Mexican War of Independence, the Army of the Three Guarantees (Ejercito Trigarante or Ejercito de las Tres Garantias) was the name given to the army after the unification of the Spanish troops led by Agustin de Iturbide and the Mexican insurgent troops of Vicente Guerrero, consolidating Mexico's independence from Spain.
At first, the meaning colors of the Army of the Three Guarantees was:
- Green: was a sign of independence from Spain.
- White: Religion, faith or belief, the Roman Catholic faith.
- Red: Union among Americans and Europeans
However the meaning of these colors have varied considerably with the passage of time. The last accepted, modern definitions are:
- Green: Hope in the future.
- White: Unity among the Mexican people.
- Red: The blood of the Mexican heroes.
As for the Mexican coat of arms:
Before 1325 AD, the Aztec or Mexica (as they knew themselves) people were a nomadic tribe that wandered throughout the land, looking for a place to settle and build their capital. Their state religion awaited the fulfillment of an ancient prophecy: that the wandering tribe would find the destined site for a great city whose location would be signaled by an eagle eating a snake while perched atop a cactus.
The Aztecs saw this vision on what was then a small swampy island in the middle of lake Texcoco, after which they founded their capital city, on March 13, 1325. Not deterred by the unfavorable terrain, they set about building their city, using the chinampa system (misnamed as "floating gardens") for agriculture and to dry and expand the island. That city was Tenochtitlan, now Mexico City.
The prophesy and subsequent vision is now immortalized in Mexico's coat of arms and on the Mexican flag.
What does the red stripe stand on the American flag?
The red and white stipes symbolize the original 13 colonies.
it stands for the blood the soldiers shed while fighting in the war
What do the three stars represent on DC flag?
in 1871 the US Goverment owed over 511,850.00 dollars. The equivalent of 11,111,857.00 today.
The monies could not be secured from other countries. So, the US Government had to become in league with the Dark Finances of the world.
Rothchild's and the Vatican City. The stipulation was. The US government had to become a corporation. Each star represents the Bank
What does the stars on the Arizona state flag mean?
Only a single Copper colored star appears on the Arizona State flag, and it represents the importance of mining as central to the future and the economy of Arizona.
Is it illegal to fly flags on your car?
It depends on the size of the flag. Too large can obstruct the view of other motorist and cause an accident and in fact leave you with possibly some legal liability.
Where should the American flag be placed on a Veterans grave?
its not mandatory but it is a sign of respect for the life he/she lived
What does the Malian flag mean?
The three colours probably represent these: red = the blood of their civilians killed in war and colonialism; green = their hopefully bright future and the environment; yellow = the rising sun of hope for the nation. But these three colours were adopted from the national flag of Ethiopia, because Ethiopia was one of only two countries not under the influence of foreign powers during the Scramble for Africa, and because it is one of the most African countries, having one of the longest recorded histories and being the most likely birthplace of humanity.
