The Gadsden Flag Preview
Preview: Episode 3 | 32sVideo has Closed Captions
The “Don’t Tread on Me” flag has been co-opted by a range of Americans throughout history.
In this episode, viewers will discover how the “Don’t Tread on Me” flag, once a potent symbol of independence, has been co-opted by a variety of Americans over its long history.
Iconic America: Our Symbols and Stories with David Rubenstein is a production of Show of Force, DMR Productions, and WETA Washington, D.C. David M. Rubenstein is the host and executive...
The Gadsden Flag Preview
Preview: Episode 3 | 32sVideo has Closed Captions
In this episode, viewers will discover how the “Don’t Tread on Me” flag, once a potent symbol of independence, has been co-opted by a variety of Americans over its long history.
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Our Symbols and Stories
David Rubenstein examines the history of America through some of its most iconic symbols, objects and places, in conversation with historical thinkers, community members and other experts. Together, they dive deep into each symbol’s history, using them as a gateway to understanding America’s past and present.Providing Support for PBS.org
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You have to understand that flags mean different things to different people.
And for Americans, flags are really about patriotism and pride.
The powerful thing about the Gadsden Flag is it's so bright and so vivid.
It has to do with race.
It's a war flag, in my opinion.
Limited government, no tyranny.
Don't tread on me.
Is the Gadsden flag a good flag?
Well, that's kind of complicated.
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The Continental Congress chose the Gadsden flag as the first symbol of its naval ships. (2m 57s)
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Flags are clearly an important part of what it means to be an American, but why is that? (4m 7s)
The Gadsden Flag in Combat Abroad
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Armed forces vets discuss embracing the Gadsden flag during combat in the Middle East. (33s)
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Former U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger tells David Rubenstein how he defines true patriotism. (1m 27s)
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Iconic America: Our Symbols and Stories with David Rubenstein is a production of Show of Force, DMR Productions, and WETA Washington, D.C. David M. Rubenstein is the host and executive...