National flags have started lining our streets. They may say something more
Summary
Flags are appearing on lampposts across parts of England, including Birmingham, in what is described as a movement to promote "love, unity and patriotism." This initiative started after a local incident involving a school and has spread to other areas, with groups like the Weoley Warriors and Operation Raise the Colours supporting it.Key Facts
- Flags, such as the St George's Cross and the Union Jack, are being placed on lampposts in England.
- The movement began in mid-July in Weoley Castle, a district in Birmingham.
- It reportedly started after a girl in Rugby was stopped from making a patriotic speech while wearing a Union Jack dress at school.
- A local group named Weoley Warriors is actively involved in spreading the flag displays.
- Weoley Warriors has a social media presence with 1,600 Facebook members and has raised nearly £14,000 for their activities.
- The group claims it wants to show pride in England's history and achievements.
- Another group, called Operation Raise the Colours, is also involved and reportedly linked in the past to far-right organizations, though it denies any such affiliations.
- Flags have been put up in various areas beyond Birmingham, including parts of Greater Manchester and Newcastle.
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