Flag of St George

Dave C · Posted: Fri May 28, 2004 1:49 pm Post subject: Flag of St George

I've noticed that as we get nearer to Euro 2004, I'm seeing the flag of St George flying far more than in previous years.

Now, is that something as a result of being in Bolton, or is York the same?

And does it mean the "racist" implications that had been getting attached to it are fading?

(I was going to say "Do all these people know St George was from the Middle East and we just adopted him?" but then couldn't be bothered.)
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Rafferz · Posted: Fri May 28, 2004 2:23 pm Post subject:

Well i know a few skins, and its more a Union Jack thing than a St. George. And besides, i don't see how anyone can claim that flying your national flag is racist anyway. But thats for another time.

I haven't seen that many flags round here at the moment, but in cars going by there seem to be a fair few!
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Boris Carpark · Posted: Fri May 28, 2004 2:27 pm Post subject: Re: Flag of St George

yorkcity4eva · Hockey player Joined: 30 Aug 2003 Posts: 1216

There are definatly a load around. Ive got 4 in my bedroom including my beloved York City flag in my window!
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Herman the Tosser · Posted: Fri May 28, 2004 3:06 pm Post subject:

I've got my Union Jack draped around me as I type this post out. What's this about a European Championship?
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CityTillIDie · Posted: Fri May 28, 2004 3:48 pm Post subject:

English and Proud!
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DALEY MAYALL of YE PEST · Posted: Fri May 28, 2004 4:01 pm Post subject:

Seen a load of cars & trucks fizzing about with the St.George flag on display whilst cycling to work.
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CityTillIDie · Posted: Fri May 28, 2004 4:05 pm Post subject:

Im booked in for a head to toe St.George tattoo me, cos im fookin well off me bastardin tits, f**k me REEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEADERS!
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Helen · Posted: Fri May 28, 2004 4:29 pm Post subject:

Every second car round here has got those Rugby League style England flags on them.

carp1 · Posted: Fri May 28, 2004 4:37 pm Post subject:

Dozens in our staff canteen, draped of the ceilings, over the food counters, everywhere......But one or two of the "we love hook" brigade have been giving them a dirty look or two....... Rolling Eyes

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MacPhail · Posted: Fri May 28, 2004 8:19 pm Post subject:

Sad thing is that England/Britain is probably the only Country who are made to feel ashamed of their own flag thanks to the "liberal" minority within.

Much as people slag the Yanks, there's a real and genuine pride in the Stars & Stripes/National Anthem at sporting events over there and we could learn a lot from it ......

The "Powers That Be" in this Country would rather celebrate the culture of Ireland and any number of other Countries rather than their own and frankly it's about time people stood up and showed that being proud of their National Flag doesn't equate to racism.

Pride in the Scottish and Welsh flags doesn't make Me or Geoff racist - pride in the Cross of St George doesn't make you guys racist either .....
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Stgeli · Posted: Fri May 28, 2004 11:18 pm Post subject:

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Nottingham's covered in the things.

Have to say, it's people of all backgrounds that have them on their cars, which can only be a good thing.

Not seen any Union Jacks, as there are no ships here. The Union Flag on the otherhand...
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Stgeli · Posted: Sat May 29, 2004 3:44 am Post subject:

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These flags are everywhere. I was in Manchester this afternoon and there was a governor selling 'em from a handcart - so cheap and nasty that you could actually see through 'em. But he was doing a roaring trade.

Also, I think they're selling an England supporters' kit at Argos for about £12.99 which includes flag, wig, inflatable hand and face paint. Bargain!!! Shocked

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MacPhail · Posted: Sun May 30, 2004 7:00 am Post subject:

CTID · Posted: Sun May 30, 2004 7:19 am Post subject:

Enfield's covered in flags - cars, windows, shops, people walking round wearing them as superman-style capes - and as Mossie says, most colours and creeds seem to be using it.
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The Post Master General · Posted: Sun May 30, 2004 9:30 am Post subject:

As someone who would probably be described a "liberal left", personally I take great pride in the English flag. It's nothing to do with the racists who hijack it for their own agenda.

All the pubs around where I live are covered in England flags and quite right too.

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DOCTOR JIM · Posted: Sun May 30, 2004 10:15 am Post subject:

A first for me this year. I banged one up in my bedroom window. Highly visible it is, too. Very Happy

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Stgeli · Posted: Sun May 30, 2004 10:26 am Post subject:

yorkiethelion · Posted: Sun May 30, 2004 11:31 am Post subject:

Donnay in the outlet are selling loads of flags for your car £2 selling like hot cakes!!
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AcombDave · Posted: Sun May 30, 2004 1:01 pm Post subject:

I think there is nothing wrong with having the flag of St George or Union flag to show you are proud of your country. We wear our City shirst to be proud of York so why not show an England or British flag and be proud. That is not being political it is being patriotic surely?

York Minstermen are considering getting a Union Flag with YORK MINSTERMEN scrawled on it. Is that wrong? No of course not.

Get a flag and a shirt and cheer England on to Euro glory.
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Frank · Posted: Sun May 30, 2004 6:14 pm Post subject:

AcombDave · Posted: Mon May 31, 2004 2:44 am Post subject:

Where were you when we talked with Harrogate Minstermen about a flag Frank?

(Too much ale as usual?)

(It was only an enquiry Frank Very Happy

The members will decide - we are democratic after all Very Happy

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AcombDave · Posted: Mon May 31, 2004 3:45 am Post subject:

All I would say to this "new" debate is I am proud to wave the flag of St George and the Union Jack - but I would add I despise the British Nationalist Party. (Who in all likelyhood if they ever had any political power would not allow me to say that)

But let us not get political - it is football - which is FAR more important! Very Happy

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on_tour_uk · Posted: Mon May 31, 2004 2:02 pm Post subject: RE

Iam goin to the city of manchester stadium on saturday for england vs iceland. I have created a YCAFC Supporters Club Flag which iam taking and be proud to show it. It has the clubs badge and the city of york coat of arms on. Will make me proud!
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