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The history behind the controversial ‘Appeal to Heaven’ flag
The Appeal to Heaven flag, or “Pine Tree” flag, features a green pine tree on a white field, with the words “An Appeal to Heaven” in black text above it. It was originally commissioned ...
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In San Francisco, Controversial Flags Have Had Their Ups and Downs
Originally flown by George Washington’s ships in the Revolutionary War as a symbol of rebellion against the British, the white flag with a green pine tree has since become associated with the ...