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Title: History of the Union Jack and Flags of the Empire

Note: Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Brian Coe and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Summary: "History of the Union Jack and Flags of the Empire" by Barlow Cumberland is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the origins, significance, and evolution of the Union Jack and other flags of the British Empire, tracing their connections to the constitutional development of the British realm. Through a combination of illustrations and detailed commentary, it seeks to deepen readers' understanding of these national symbols and the stories they encapsulate. The opening of the work sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of flags, emphasizing their role as emblems of national identity and pride throughout history. It begins with a poetic tribute to the Union Jack, articulating the deep allegiance and sacrifices associated with this emblem through its connections to historical figures such as St. George, St. Andrew, and St. Patrick. Cumberland then introduces the concepts of flag etiquette and symbolism, highlighting the importance of flags in reflecting a nation's heritage and values, while preparing the reader for a detailed examination of the Union Jack's development over the centuries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Cumberland, Barlow, 1846-1913

EBook No.: 45498

Published: Apr 26, 2014

Downloads: 65

Language: English

Subject: Flags -- Great Britain

Subject: Emblems -- Great Britain

LoCC: History: Heraldry

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: History of the Union Jack and Flags of the Empire

Note: Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Brian Coe and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Summary: "History of the Union Jack and Flags of the Empire" by Barlow Cumberland is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the origins, significance, and evolution of the Union Jack and other flags of the British Empire, tracing their connections to the constitutional development of the British realm. Through a combination of illustrations and detailed commentary, it seeks to deepen readers' understanding of these national symbols and the stories they encapsulate. The opening of the work sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of flags, emphasizing their role as emblems of national identity and pride throughout history. It begins with a poetic tribute to the Union Jack, articulating the deep allegiance and sacrifices associated with this emblem through its connections to historical figures such as St. George, St. Andrew, and St. Patrick. Cumberland then introduces the concepts of flag etiquette and symbolism, highlighting the importance of flags in reflecting a nation's heritage and values, while preparing the reader for a detailed examination of the Union Jack's development over the centuries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Cumberland, Barlow, 1846-1913

EBook No.: 45498

Published: Apr 26, 2014

Downloads: 65

Language: English

Subject: Flags -- Great Britain

Subject: Emblems -- Great Britain

LoCC: History: Heraldry

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.