By Madeline Finch
Soldiers are among the most loyal people in any given state. They dedicate their lives in the protection of their country. They put their lives on line, and some even lose their lives in honor of fighting for their country. They carry civil war battle flags, or streamers that symbolize the national pride. These decorations play a very significant role in any warring country.
The national banner differed from the military bunting in many ways. It was meant to be a sign of dominion, while the armed forces flag served military roles specifically. National decorations were forbidden from being carried to war, because they mocked the country. In addition it showed absence of dominion of the rest of the nation except for the ones fighting.
The only way to distinguish a military streamer from a national one was through design. The designs had different colors, signs and symbols. Each of the symbols linked to a different unit. This was the best way in which a division would be distinguished from another. This is because the groups had different roles to play in the combat. Precaution was taken to avoid a confusing situation whereby streamers looked alike.
Each banner had to be unique from the opponents. One way to do this was including signs or adding a seal unique to the country. This served the purpose of highlighting the geographical region of the country. For example if part of the national streamer had flags, then the military one could also include stars as a way of recognition.
A designer would look at the function of the streamer when designing it. These would serve various functions for example: communicate between units or troops. A white streamer was the proverbial symbol of surrendering. The troops were also led through the combat field by use of the streamers. They were usually trained in mastering the messages. Thus the soldiers knew what each ribbon signified even before being enrolled.
These streamers added a sense of heroism to armed forces. They confidently and diligently carried the decorations as a sign, to remind themselves of the service to their country. It sparked more loyalty and determination, when they saw the flag. It reminded them that they fought for a selfless cause.
So important were the decorations that some armed forces were specifically appointed to guard them. They were to do this round the clock. Loss of a streamer was as good as declaring defeat of a regiment. Capture of the opponents streamer was considered victory. After defeat, the winning side would take the bunting of the opponent.
The paper chains were also significant in national ceremonies. These rituals involved military parades after official duty, or just before being sent off for duty. Historic moments were also preserved, as the flags would be put in museums to remind people of the outstanding service of the soldiers to their country.
Combat action has almost become a thing of the past. Many people have lost their loved ones in this process. Civil war battle flags are a significant reminder as to why peace is important in any nation. They carry historic significance.
The national banner differed from the military bunting in many ways. It was meant to be a sign of dominion, while the armed forces flag served military roles specifically. National decorations were forbidden from being carried to war, because they mocked the country. In addition it showed absence of dominion of the rest of the nation except for the ones fighting.
The only way to distinguish a military streamer from a national one was through design. The designs had different colors, signs and symbols. Each of the symbols linked to a different unit. This was the best way in which a division would be distinguished from another. This is because the groups had different roles to play in the combat. Precaution was taken to avoid a confusing situation whereby streamers looked alike.
Each banner had to be unique from the opponents. One way to do this was including signs or adding a seal unique to the country. This served the purpose of highlighting the geographical region of the country. For example if part of the national streamer had flags, then the military one could also include stars as a way of recognition.
A designer would look at the function of the streamer when designing it. These would serve various functions for example: communicate between units or troops. A white streamer was the proverbial symbol of surrendering. The troops were also led through the combat field by use of the streamers. They were usually trained in mastering the messages. Thus the soldiers knew what each ribbon signified even before being enrolled.
These streamers added a sense of heroism to armed forces. They confidently and diligently carried the decorations as a sign, to remind themselves of the service to their country. It sparked more loyalty and determination, when they saw the flag. It reminded them that they fought for a selfless cause.
So important were the decorations that some armed forces were specifically appointed to guard them. They were to do this round the clock. Loss of a streamer was as good as declaring defeat of a regiment. Capture of the opponents streamer was considered victory. After defeat, the winning side would take the bunting of the opponent.
The paper chains were also significant in national ceremonies. These rituals involved military parades after official duty, or just before being sent off for duty. Historic moments were also preserved, as the flags would be put in museums to remind people of the outstanding service of the soldiers to their country.
Combat action has almost become a thing of the past. Many people have lost their loved ones in this process. Civil war battle flags are a significant reminder as to why peace is important in any nation. They carry historic significance.