About this episode
This episode explores the origins and significance of the American flag and its colors in relation to national identity.
Whether you fly it, wear it or want nothing to do with it, the American flag says a lot in and about the United States. Red, white and blue is far from exclusive to our nation and yet it is very much our brand... and very much branded on anything we can think to put it on. So where did the American obsession with our flag come from? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Topics covered
- American flag
- national identity
- symbolism
- history of flags
- cultural branding
Keywords
- American flag
- red white blue
- national symbolism
- cultural identity
- history of the flag
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: NHPR
Places: United States
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