The Black-American Heritage Flag is an ethnic flag that represents the culture and history of African-American people.[1] The flag is made up of the colors Red, Black, and Gold and includes a wreath made of fig leaves and a blunted sword. Each color and symbol on the flag has a significant meaning that was developed to instill pride in Black Americans.[2]
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The re-discovery and revival of Black American Heritage flag on social media has led to the presence of the flag and its colors being at several events and institutions. In 2021, a popular African-American rapper named Saweetie attended the Met Gala and wore a custom Christian Cowan gown that showcased the colors of the Black American Heritage Flag alongside the colors of the Filipino flag to represent both parts of her multi-ethnic background.[3][4] The flag was also seen being worn at the United States of America Ms.2022 pageant by Keerah Yeowang, who won the title.[5]
References edit
- ^ Flag, The Black American Heritage. "The Black American Heritage Flag". The Black American Heritage Flag. Retrieved 2022-04-16.
- ^ "803: Black American Heritage Flag". PBS SoCal. Retrieved 2022-04-16.
- ^ Sep 14, Anri Ichimura |; 2021. "Saweetie Heats Up the Met Gala in a Dress Inspired by Filipino and Black American Heritage Flags". Esquiremag.ph. Retrieved 2022-04-16.
{{cite web}}:|last2=has numeric name (help)CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ "Saweetie Shares the Special Meaning Behind Her 2021 Met Gala Cape (Exclusive) | Entertainment Tonight". www.etonline.com. Retrieved 2022-04-16.
- ^ "This Milwaukee Native Won the United States of America Ms. Pageant". Milwaukee Magazine. 2022-04-05. Retrieved 2022-04-16.