Creating a flag independent from Britain stirred up a lot of emotions in the Canadian public at the time.
Understanding how complex it was to boil a country down into such a simple design made me thankful for the people who dedicated so much energy into the task.
The photography was lush and the historical significance of each iteration of our flag could not have been conveyed without them.
I originally purchased the book in a fit of patriotism during the Canada 150 celebration year.
I am glad I finally read it.
Here are some real contenders:
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| The Canadain Red Ensign |
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| The Pearson Pennant |
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| 13 pointed maple leaf |
There is also a group who is suggesting our current flag be modified to better reflect the English and French duality that was Canada. I use the word "was" because Canada is more about pluralism than ever before. The English - French duality is fast becoming blurred. That said I find the modified version quite attractive. However, if it came to a vote, I would rather keep our current flag.
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| Proposed Canadain Unity Flag |
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| Rick Archbold |
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