Where Have All the Flags Gone?
An online flag-store owner has her concerns about the disappearance of the American flag in our country and would like to see "Old Glory" fly this 4th of July from every home in the United States.
Colorado (PRWEB) June 5, 2005 -- An online flag-store owner has her concerns
about the disappearance of the American flag in our country and would like to
see "Old Glory" fly this 4th of July from every home in the United
States.
During the aftermath of 9/11 patriotism was rampant. "Flags were
an expression of hope for the American people. Anything in red, white and blue
was heavily sought after. The American flag became the symbol, it seemed, for
people to rally around, deeply resolved to defend and protect their country,"
says Karen Schneider, owner of the online flag store www.flagline.com in
Colorado.
For her, it was not only a time of business, but also a time to
listen to people. People directly involved in the attack told their stories. For
example, the restaurant owner close to the WTC, who lost almost all his lunch
crowd and now purchased a flag for all the families of the deceased. The
grandmother who lost her grandson. A firefighter in his line of duty. The Ace
hardware store owner, who needed extra-large flags for his customers. People,
who had never thought about their place or the place the United States was
taking in the world, were suddenly concerned citizens.
Three 4th of Julys
have passed since. When strolling through any city or town in the United States
today, nothing will remind one of what happened 9/11. "Where have all the flags
gone?" Karen asks, coined after a rendered version of Pete Seeger's song.
"Today, we sold more German, French, Canadian and, yes, even Russian flags than
American flags."
4th of July is around the corner. Flagline.com would
like to see Americans again proudly display Old Glory from their businesses and
homes. From now until July 4, shipping will be free on all orders at
flagline.com. Please mention, "4th of July" in the comments box or on the
phone.
Contact:
www.flagline.com
1-800-353-2317
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Source : http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/6/prweb247618.htm