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Beautifully illustrated introductory spreads that trace the history of banners, standards and flags, and explain the terms used to describe them. However, the inclusion of certain nations should not be interpreted as a political statement or as an endorsement of specific national claims. Comprehensive text explaining the significant elements of their design, colors, symbols and insignia.
The concept of a country, as it pertains to country flags, can vary based on different criteria and perspectives. This is the perfect guide to vexillology for anyone interested in the origin, history and symbolism of flags. Inside this flag book you’ll find:Comprehensive text explaining the significant elements of their design, colours, symbols, and insignia.
Beautifully illustrated introductory spreads that trace the history of banners, standards, and flags and explain the terms used to describe them A wonderful gift for flag enthusiasts! This guide to flags helps you identify flags and understand their symbolism. Learn about how flag designs have evolved over centuries and decades and how to identify flags by their distinguishing features. This educational guide to flags details more than 400 examples and covers everything from geography, communications, politics, sport, history, and art. Find intriguing stories and factoids on the design of country, province, state and special flags. Read how these flags are used as heraldic symbols, cultural and national emblems, and how designs and meanings have evolved. A wonderful gift for flag enthusiasts! This guide to flags helps you identify flags and understand their symbolism. Learn about how flag designs have evolved over centuries and how to identify flags by their distinguishing features. This educational guide to flags details more than 400 examples and covers everything from geography, communications, politics, sport, history and art.
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