| 单词 | Union flag |
| 例句 | It’s worth noting that even after the Southern states left to form the Confederacy, stars indicating their states were not removed from the Union flag. Lincoln's Last Days: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever 2012-08-01T00:00:00Z However, out here in the sticks, there were just as many Union flags in front gardens. Will Self walks through Britain's flag-waving heartlands 2013-03-07T11:31:01Z The European Union flag is a simple design. Guerrilla street artist Banksy offers up his first Brexit-inspired work 2017-05-08T04:00:00Z Britain's Queen Elizabeth stirred up social media on Wednesday when she opened parliament in a hat looking very much like a European Union flag. EU sure about that hat, your majesty? 2017-06-21T04:00:00Z Mixed messages … the Union flag means different things to different people. Will Self walks through Britain's flag-waving heartlands 2013-03-07T11:31:01Z Gilmour was originally arrested on suspicion of violent disorder, theft and "attempted criminal damage of the Union flag on the Cenotaph." UK police charge son of Pink Floyd guitarist 2011-01-27T20:26:20Z Police said a 21-year-old man was arrested Sunday on suspicion of violent disorder, theft and "attempted criminal damage of the Union flag on the Cenotaph." Pink Floyd star's son held over student protest 2010-12-12T16:12:00Z Oh, yes, and there will be a row of Union flags along its prow. God save the Queen 2010-05-15T23:05:00Z Venues across the town will stage sessions, shops are displaying artwork by schoolchildren and college students while the town hall will even replace its Union flag with one bearing the Batman logo. Why academics are taking comic books seriously 2013-10-18T05:22:42Z Gilmour also was photographed hanging from a Union flag on the Cenotaph, a memorial to British war dead. Pink Floyd member's son loses jail term appeal 2011-10-28T11:46:04Z On the streets of Paris, French flags were dressed in black ribbons and European Union flags flew at half-staff. Armani, Margiela and Female Strength 2017-07-05T04:00:00Z It added that the Union flag was put back on the building at 20:00 BST on Tuesday "as always planned" and said the Israeli flag had been handed back to council staff. Man scales Sheffield town hall to remove Israeli flag 2023-10-11T04:00:00Z Other members of the royal family, including 8-year-old Princess Charlotte and Prince George, 9, waved Union flags along with a crowd of some 20,000 gathered on the castle’s east terrace. King Charles III makes virtual appearance on ‘American Idol’ 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Many dressed up for the day in Union flag dresses as red, white and blue bunting and Union flags adorned the lamp posts. 'Thrilling' scenes in Northern Ireland for the King's Coronation 2023-05-06T04:00:00Z On Sunday, demonstrators outside the parliament building in capital Tbilisi waved Georgian, Ukrainian and European Union flags and held a huge banner that read: "For a European future". Mikheil Saakashvili: Thousands join mass anti-government rally in Georgia 2023-04-09T04:00:00Z Condolences poured in from world leaders, and European Union flags in front of the European Commission headquarters in Brussels were lowered to half-staff. Train collision in Greece kills at least 43; station master arrested 2023-02-28T05:00:00Z The German parliament on Friday replaced one of the German flags atop its Reichstag building – which usually has three German flags and one European Union flag – with a Ukrainian flag. Live: Live updates | Russia Ukraine War Anniversary 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z CLAIM: Video shows Italians taking down the European Union flag and replacing it with Italy’s flag after a right-wing group, Brothers of Italy, won its national election. NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn’t happen this week 2022-09-30T04:00:00Z Fred Sweeney, 52, who kitted out his spot with two Union flags on large flagpoles, said “it’s just one night and day of our lives. Elizabeth gave us — you know — 70 years.” Britain and the world to lay Queen Elizabeth II to rest 2022-09-19T04:00:00Z European Union flags flutter outside the EU Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, June 17, 2022. EU lawmakers raise pressure to cut funds for Hungary over graft woes 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z Union flags will be flown at full-staff for about 24 hours, before returning to half-staff in mourning for the queen. EXPLAINER: The formal rules around Charles’s accession 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z Many times in the 1950s and 60s, a member of the Royal Family would stand as the Union flag came down over a former colony, the national anthem playing one last time. Death of Queen Elizabeth II: The moment history stops 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z The European Union flag waves next to the Spanish flag after it was raised in Madrid's central Columbus Square, in celebration of Spain's upcoming referendum on the European Constitution, February 17, 2005. Spain leads EU pandemic funding race, but obstacles remain 2022-06-27T04:00:00Z European Union flags flutter outside the EU Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium June 17, 2022. Insurance watchdog calls for pan-EU policy protection 2022-06-21T04:00:00Z She wore a bowler hat impaled with a Union flag and brandished another in her hand. Platinum Jubilee: Joy and tears among Trooping the Colour crowd 2022-06-02T04:00:00Z The European Union flags flutter ahead of the gas talks between the EU, Russia and Ukraine at the EU Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium September 19, 2019. EU may offer Hungary, Slovakia exemptions from Russian oil embargo 2022-05-02T04:00:00Z “The election is also a referendum on Europe,” Mr. Macron said later at a public meeting in Strasbourg, where supporters waved French and European Union flags in the shadow of the city’s imposing cathedral. Macron and Le Pen Trade Jabs and Lean Left as French Race Heats Up 2022-04-12T04:00:00Z Macron — addressing a crowd of cheering supporters, many waving French and European Union flags — said he wants a France that is “part of a strong Europe,” and not a France that entails “decline for everyone.” Macron finishes ahead of far-right leader Le Pen in first round of French presidential election 2022-04-10T04:00:00Z European Union flags flutter outside the EU Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, in this file picture taken October 28, 2015. Cutting EU reliance on UK clearers like ending use of Russian energy, says commissioner 2022-04-06T04:00:00Z Many of his 30,000 supporters waved French and European Union flags. Ukraine war boosted Macron, but far right surging ahead of French vote 2022-04-05T04:00:00Z European Union flags flutter outside the EU Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, January 18, 2018. EU seeks end to golden passport schemes, halt to sales of visas to Russians 2022-03-28T04:00:00Z A European Union flag flutters outside the European Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, March 24, 2021. EU will not loosen sustainability goals for aviation despite war, official says 2022-03-25T04:00:00Z European Union flags fly outside the European Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, March 6, 2019. EU member states agree new package of sanctions against Russia 2022-03-14T04:00:00Z European Union flags fly outside the European Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, April 10, 2019. EU eyes more Russia sanctions, denies Ukraine quick membership 2022-03-11T05:00:00Z European Union flags are seen outside the European Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium November 14, 2018. EU agrees on a new sanctions package over invasion of Ukraine 2022-03-09T05:00:00Z More than 100,000 people gathered in central Berlin, carrying signs reading: "Stop the War", "Putin's last war" and "We stand with Ukraine" along with Ukrainian and European Union flags. Thousands protest against Russia across European cities 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z European Union flags are seen outside the EU Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium November 14, 2018. 'Gamification' in financial markets under scrutiny, says EU watchdog 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z Three political parties have called for the Union flag not to be flown on Belfast City Hall to mark Prince Andrew's birthday this year. Prince Andrew: Bid to block Union flag flying on birthday 2022-01-21T05:00:00Z European Union flags fly outside the EU Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium September 19, 2019. Frustrated Europeans say we're not absent from Russia, U.S. talks 2022-01-13T05:00:00Z A giant European Union flag displayed at the Arc de Triomphe in Paris to mark France taking on the bloc's presidency has been removed after it was criticised by right-wing politicians. EU flag removed from Arc de Triomphe after right-wing outrage 2022-01-02T05:00:00Z European Union flags flutter outside the European Commission headquarters, where Brexit talks are taking place, in Brussels, Belgium, December 24, 2020. EU unveils 300 billion euro answer to China's Belt and Road 2021-12-01T05:00:00Z A Union flag flies next to the flag of the European Union in Westminster, London, Britain June 24, 2016. Anger, tangle and trouble: Is another Brexit showdown looming? 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z His birthday is part of a list of designated days when the government advises the Union flag to be flown at council buildings. Prince Andrew: Bid to block Union flag flying on birthday 2022-01-21T05:00:00Z A British Union flag flutters in front of one of the clock faces of the 'Big Ben' clocktower of The Houses of Parliament in central London, Britain, February 22, 2016. UK to convene committee to look at fallout from triggering Article 16 - Sky News 2021-10-28T04:00:00Z Whether this project translates north of the border will be a key test of whether the Scottish Tory revival is built on more than the Union flag and opposition to the SNP. Does Johnson's vision work for Scotland's Tories? 2021-10-06T04:00:00Z Switzerland's national flag and the European Union flag are seen at the European Commission building in Brussels, Belgium April 23, 2021. Swiss start freeing up blocked EU payment to help thaw frosty ties 2021-09-30T04:00:00Z European Union flags flutter outside the EU Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, July 14, 2021. EU to attend U.S. trade meeting put in doubt by French anger 2021-09-23T04:00:00Z Belfast City Hall has flown the Union flag on designated says since a vote in December 2012 to end its permanent display. Prince Andrew: Bid to block Union flag flying on birthday 2022-01-21T05:00:00Z U.S. and European Union flags are pictured during the visit of Vice President Mike Pence to the European Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium February 20, 2017. U.S. says meeting with European partners including France canceled due to scheduling issues 2021-09-22T04:00:00Z Participants in the latter burned a U.S. and a European Union flag, as well as electricity bills, but there was no confrontation with police. Greece’s economy to grow 5.9% in 2021, prime minister says 2021-09-11T04:00:00Z During the national period of mourning, Union flags were flown at half-mast at royal residences, government buildings, U.K. posts overseas, and at establishments of the armed forces, the palace previously noted. Royal family's two-week mourning period following Prince Philip's death comes to an end 2021-04-23T04:00:00Z Union flags will fly at half-mast at royal residences and government buildings until the day after the funeral. We've lost the 'grandfather of the nation', UK's Prince Andrew says 2021-04-11T04:00:00Z A group of about 60 people shouting "freedom" has been moving along Dover seafront, with many wearing Union flag masks and carrying flags. Rival migrant protests at UK border 2020-09-05T04:00:00Z Artist Bradley Morgan Johnson from Norwich used a musical note design to create round spectacles topped with hat and bow-tie on a Union flag background. Sir Elton John honoured on £1,000 gold coin 2020-07-05T04:00:00Z Buildings along Whitehall will be lit up and Union flags will be flown from all the poles in Parliament Square. Brexit: Johnson to hail 'dawn of a new era' 2020-01-30T05:00:00Z The Union flag will be lowered overnight, discreetly at the European parliament buildings in Brussels and Strasbourg and at the UK representation in Brussels. Farewell Europe: the long road to Brexit 2020-01-26T05:00:00Z Demonstrators carried blue European Union flags and signs reading “Defend our democracy” and “Stop the Coup” over Johnson’s stunning decision this week to suspend Parliament during the biggest domestic crisis in decades. Anger over Brexit push without Parliament reaches Boris Johnson’s doorstep 2019-08-31T04:00:00Z The Merchant Shipping Act lays out rules around what type of British ensign - an adaption of the Union flag designed for use on a boat - can be flown. Is it possible to disrespect the flag? 2019-08-20T04:00:00Z Some say the protesters’ raising of the colonial-era and Union flags was a deliberate message for the world - especially Britain - to do more to uphold the democratic values they symbolize. In Hong Kong, colonial flag still a symbol of prized values 2019-07-04T04:00:00Z In Brussels, the UK flag will be removed from the EU institutions, with one Union flag expected to be consigned to a museum. Brexit: Johnson to hail 'dawn of a new era' 2020-01-30T05:00:00Z On a day supposed to celebrate the 22nd anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to the “motherland,” other protesters were pictured defiantly flying giant Union flags in the Legislative Council. In Hong Kong, colonial flag still a symbol of prized values 2019-07-04T04:00:00Z Its colour scheme echoes that of the European Union flag, but with an extra fizz – blue and orange, instead of blue and yellow. ‘We're reactivating the people’s army’: inside the battle for a hard Brexit 2019-01-12T05:00:00Z Three decades later, Mr. Vulcu, 61, a retired baker, was standing outside the government buildings in the city center with a European Union flag draped over his shoulders, his voice hoarse from shouting anti-government slogans. Romania fights corruption, civil rights accusations 2018-12-25T05:00:00Z Protesters gathered outside Mr. Orban’s party headquarters, where two protesters — one holding a European Union flag — scaled a low balcony, before assembling outside Parliament. Hungary Creates New Court System, Cementing Leader’s Control of Judiciary 2018-12-12T05:00:00Z An employee arranges a European Union flag ahead of an E.U. leaders summit in Brussels on Feb. 23. Analysis | The Cybersecurity 202: The FDA is embracing ethical hackers in its push to secure medical devices 2018-10-17T04:00:00Z Some say the protesters’ raising of the colonial-era and Union flags was a deliberate message for the world — especially Britain — to do more to uphold the democratic values they symbolize. In Hong Kong, colonial flag still a symbol of prized values 2019-07-04T04:00:00Z The Soviet Union flag was predominantly red color as is the Chinese flag. Fox News Power Rankings: Pump up the volume 2018-10-10T04:00:00Z After all the morning tee shots were hit, just before 9 a.m., the first-tee grandstand all but emptied except for a few stragglers — and some American and European Union flags still dangling from the railings. What Gives This Ryder Cup ‘the Feel of a Football Game’? 2018-09-28T04:00:00Z Once the Queen had left for the funeral and the Royal Standard was taken down, the Union flag was flown at half-mast. A brief history of flag tributes and non-tributes 2018-08-28T04:00:00Z They joined tens of thousands outside government headquarters in scorching temperatures, waving Romanian and European Union flags and demanding the cabinet’s resignation. Hundreds injured in Romania protests as emigrants return to fight corruption 2018-08-10T04:00:00Z Hundreds of protesters waved Romanian and European Union flags, yelling “Justice, not corruption!” outside government offices in the capital. Romanian expatriates stage anti-govt protest in Bucharest 2018-08-10T04:00:00Z Demonstrators waved Romanian and European Union flags Sunday outside the government offices and yelled “Down with the Social Democratic Party.” Thousands of Romanians stage anti-graft protests for 5th day 2018-06-24T04:00:00Z Italian and European Union flags flanked a desk where, one by one, the new government members approached and vowed to “respect the letter of the constitution.” As Italy’s populists take power, Europe is on edge 2018-06-01T04:00:00Z They held anti-government posters and Albanian and European Union flags, and some threw stones and hard objects at Rama’s office building and the Interior Ministry. Albania opposition rally asks for government resignation 2018-05-26T04:00:00Z During the “March of Freedom” on Saturday, many people carried Polish and European Union flags and chanted slogans including “Constitution!” and “Free courts!” Poles demand free courts in ‘freedom march’ in Warsaw 2018-05-12T04:00:00Z An employee arranges a European Union flag before a summit of E.U. leaders in Brussels on Feb. 23. Analysis | The Cybersecurity 202: Now that Trump's out of the nuclear deal, Iran may flex cyber muscle 2018-05-09T04:00:00Z Many were brandishing Hungarian and European Union flags. Thousands join Hungary anti-Orban rally 2018-04-14T04:00:00Z Not one to shy away from extravagance, Mr. Izzard added the Union Jack and the European Union flag to a perfect set of blood-red nails while he was campaigning. Eddie Izzard: Comedian, Transgender Activist, Labour Party Official 2018-04-04T04:00:00Z A sign outside bears the European Union flag and warns passengers not to travel without papers. At French Outpost in African Migrant Hub, Asylum for a Select Few 2018-02-25T05:00:00Z The Scottish Daily Mail said the change would see "dozens of public buildings" cut the number of days they fly the Union flag from 15 to one - Remembrance Day. Fact check: Scotland's Union flag row 2018-01-24T05:00:00Z The protest in front of the parliament building in Skopje on Sunday was peaceful, although participants burned the European Union flag. Macedonians protest bill to make Albanian second language 2018-01-21T05:00:00Z He flew the European Union flag at Prague Castle but later used every opportunity to attack the 28-nation bloc. Anti-migrant incumbent favored in Czech presidential vote 2018-01-12T05:00:00Z Most demonstrators outside the building where Puigdemont spoke waved Spanish and European Union flags. Catalan leader vows not to return to Spain unless he can be guaranteed a fair trial 2017-10-31T04:00:00Z Many demonstrators waving Spanish, Catalan and European Union flags flooded a central boulevard. Hundreds of Thousands of Pro-Spain Catalans Rally in Barcelona 2017-10-29T04:00:00Z Opposition activists carrying Belarusian and European Union flags urged President Alexander Lukashenko to step down. Belarusian opposition activists rally urging leader to go 2017-10-21T04:00:00Z But on Sunday, a sea of Spanish flags, interspersed with some Catalan and European Union flags, dominated Barcelona's boulevards. 'Catalonia is Spain.' Spanish Unionists Rally in Barcelona 2017-10-08T04:00:00Z They waved Spanish, Catalan and European Union flags and wore stickers of all three on their chests. ‘I Am Spanish’: Thousands in Barcelona Protest a Push for Independence 2017-10-08T04:00:00Z The Union flag is raised every morning and lowered every evening. Castle flagpole snaps in high winds 2017-10-02T04:00:00Z Masked members of a far-left group burned Spanish and European Union flags in the street, but the atmosphere was mostly peaceful. Hundreds of thousands march in Barcelona for Catalonia independence 2017-09-11T04:00:00Z A similar attempt last year did not overwhelm the Last Night celebrations, as fans waved flags from all around the world - Germany, Australia, Denmark, Wales and Cornwall - alongside the more traditional Union flag. Last Night of the Proms: Stars prepare for spectacular finale - BBC News 2017-09-08T04:00:00Z In another battle, comrades remembered Cashier sweeping up a Union flag which had been felled from its post by Confederate gunfire. What trans soldier Albert Cashier can teach Trump about patriotism 2017-08-22T04:00:00Z Some protesters carried Polish and European Union flags, chanting: “Free courts.“ Polish senate approves bill to give government influence over courts 2017-07-22T04:00:00Z And while European Union patterned dressmaking material is not available in and of itself, European Union flags 15ft square are available for about £1.50 each online. When in Europe, dress like a walking apology for Brexit | Stewart Lee 2017-07-09T04:00:00Z To mark the occasion, the British flag was lowered over the Capitol building in Williamsburg and replaced with the Grand Union flag, considered the first American flag. Move Over, Fourth of July. There May Be a Better Day to Celebrate America's Independence 2017-06-29T04:00:00Z There is a famous picture of hundreds of ITV stars and at the back, topless and waving a Union flag, is Errol. Errol Christie: Tributes to 'hugely talented' boxing champ - BBC News 2017-06-12T04:00:00Z In his political rallies, he encouraged supporters to wave both the French tricolor and the European Union flags, and asked them not to boo his rivals, rather fight their ideas. France’s new head of state works on being presidential 2017-05-08T04:00:00Z In his political rallies, he encouraged supporters to wave both the French tricolor and the European Union flags. Banker, economic adviser and now youngest French president 2017-05-07T04:00:00Z In his political rallies, Macron encourages supporters to wave both the French tricolor and the European Union flags. Macron, the political newbie who may become French president 2017-05-04T04:00:00Z Apparently, there had been some drama over a European Union flag that hung outside the town hall. The Future of Europe Hinges on a Face-Off in France 2017-05-01T04:00:00Z Many in the jubilant crowd waved both the French tricolor and the European Union flags, chanting, “We will win!” Unconventional Macron faces unprecedented challenge 2017-04-23T04:00:00Z The declaration was met with a long round of cheers, applause and waving of French and European Union flags. French presidential candidate to U.S. scientists afraid of Trump: ‘Come to France’ 2017-02-10T05:00:00Z There were widespread loyalist protests across Northern Ireland after Belfast City Council decided not to fly the Union flag at the City Hall every day of the year in December 2012. Supreme Court rules against PSNI on flag protests - BBC News 2017-02-01T05:00:00Z Carrying Polish and European Union flags they then marched to the parliament building, where Poland’s most serious political crisis in years began Friday. Poland's president talks with opposition, new protests held 2016-12-18T05:00:00Z She has fought to bring Old Glory, a Union flag that flew over the state Capitol and was hidden just down the street, to the halls of the museum. Tennessee State Museum director puts history in reach 2016-11-20T05:00:00Z The UN general assembly held a minute’s silence while the British foreign office said that all Union flags on government buildings were to be flown at half mast. Thailand begins year of mourning after death of King Bhumibol 2016-10-14T04:00:00Z Author Tim Marshall on the history and power of flags, why the Union flag is known to some as the "butcher's apron". Tim Marshall on Union flag and flags of China and Saudi Arabia - BBC News 2016-09-29T04:00:00Z These include the Union flag, flag of St George, the town flag, the Commonwealth and Armed Forces Day flags, as well as the "appropriate royal standard" during a royal visit, he said. Abingdon council rejects rainbow Pride flag - BBC News 2016-07-03T04:00:00Z Calls for New Zealand to establish its own national identity by casting off the Union flag have been made every decade or so since the 1970s, but gained little traction. Ten months, 10,000 designs, no new flag for New Zealand. What was that about? 2016-03-25T04:00:00Z Riot police set up the blockade in the border village of Kastanies, where several hundred activists burned a European Union flag and chanted “open the borders.” The Latest: Norway, Russia to talk on migrant deportations 2016-01-24T05:00:00Z Protesters in Warsaw shouted "democracy!" and many carried Polish and European Union flags. Thousands of Poles in cities and towns across the country are marching in freezing temperatures to protest a slew of measures by the country's new right-wing government which they say are undermining democracy 2016-01-23T05:00:00Z Images of the protests, which spread to other cities, were carried around the world and showed crowds of young Ukrainians, waving European Union flags, desperate to be part of the West. Has Europe Reached the Breaking Point? 2015-12-15T05:00:00Z For years, under the previous center-right governing party, Civic Platform, top officials spoke before a backdrop of Polish and European Union flags. As Poland Lurches to Right, Many in Europe Look On in Alarm 2015-12-14T05:00:00Z Waving Polish and European Union flags, the protesters chanted: "We want the constitution, not a revolution," demanding that the government respect the rule of law. Thousands march against Polish government as constitutional spat drags on 2015-12-12T05:00:00Z Related: Queen Elizabeth II becomes longest reigning British monarch - live updates It was, she told the Saltaire and Union flag waving crowd at Tweedbank, a very warm welcome. Queen becomes longest reigning monarch in British history 2015-09-09T04:00:00Z The British foreign secretary, Philip Hammond, attended the ceremony and witnessed the raising of the Union flag over the compound. British Embassy Reopens in Iran’s Capital 2015-08-23T04:00:00Z Hundreds of protesters stormed embassy compounds two days later, smashing windows, torching cars and burning Union flags. British embassy in Tehran to reopen four years after closing - BBC News 2015-08-22T04:00:00Z Two Canadians, Lenora Yarkie and Patricia Mercer, sat recently in the shade of a tent draped with Palestinian and European Union flags, and said they were there to act as outside witnesses to whatever happens. How a Palestinian Hamlet of 340 Drew Global Attention 2015-07-23T04:00:00Z Northern soldiers passing through New Orleans were glad to see that “grizzled old Confederates” were cheering them on, saluting the Union flag, and happy to send their sons “to fight and die under it.” “The Confederate flag still flies overseas”: Endless war, domestic racism and the forgotten history of the stars and bars 2015-07-11T04:00:00Z The flags were erected near a loyalist bonfire site at Marshalltown Road, alongside paramilitary flags and the Union flag. Nazi flags erected near bonfire site in Carrickfergus - BBC News 2015-07-07T04:00:00Z Police said about 22,000 people gathered outside the nearby Panathenian stadium for the "yes" rally, waving Greek and European Union flags and chanting "Greece, Europe, Democracy." Campaigns halt as Greeks face tough referendum choice; polls suggest tie 2015-07-04T04:00:00Z Union flags flew at half-mast there and at royal residences across the UK. Britain falls silent in tribute to victims of Tunisia beach attack 2015-07-03T04:00:00Z The classic red kiosk was voted the greatest British design of all time earlier this year, beating the Routemaster double-decker bus and the Union flag into second and third places. The yard for red phone boxes that ring no more - BBC News 2015-04-23T04:00:00Z Waving European Union flags, they gathered on the streets in November 2013 after Mr Yanukovych, under pressure from Russia, spurned an association agreement with the EU. Soaring hopes, dark fears 2015-02-26T05:00:00Z The crowd waved Hungarian, Ukrainian and European Union flags and carried signs with slogans like “Russians Go Home!” while loudspeakers played “Back in the U.S.S.R.” by the Beatles. Hungary Keeps Visit by Putin Low-Key as It Seeks to Repair Relations With West 2015-02-17T05:00:00Z Inside, he sits at a desk with a huge Union flag and a huge flag of St George behind him. Can UKIP build on its successes in 2014? 2014-12-26T05:00:00Z Others point to his cuts to social welfare programmes and the removal of the European Union flag from the town hall as signs that the party does not intend to protect the interests of everyone. France's National Front eyes route to power 2014-12-01T05:00:00Z They were marking the second anniversary of Belfast City Council's decision to restrict the flying of the Union flag from City Hall. Loyalist protest passes peacefully 2014-11-29T05:00:00Z Servicemen and women watched on Sunday as the Union flag was lowered at Kandahar Airfield to mark their departure. Afghanistan: UK troops exit Kandahar 2014-11-24T05:00:00Z Further north, the police are keeping a 24-hour vigil on the Twaddell Avenue camp, where loyalists have been protesting and occasionally rioting for more than a year about the right to fly Union flags. Northern Ireland's Financial Crisis Sparks Fears of Violence "I said 'it is a European Union flag for the Ryder Cup'. "They said there'd been a complaint about it being some sort of Arabic flag. Police called over Ryder Cup flag 2014-09-29T04:00:00Z “The Union flag is rightly known as the Butchers Apron,” he adds. Scottish Socialists Push for Yes Vote to Smash ‘British Imperialist State’ The following morning Edinburgh’s streets donned the livery of the Union flag like they never had in the run up to next week’s referendum, albeit with plenty of orange for colour. Scotland's Orange Order Petition Countrymen and Women to Vote 'No' on Independence “I wish someone would put a flag up right next to it, or across from it. A Union flag.” A Confederate flag divides a Virginia community The pollsters also asked people their views on flying the Union flag on official buildings, ending investigations into Troubles-related offences and offering immunity from prosecution to witnesses before a Truth Commission. 39% want to keep Parades Commission 2013-12-17T10:42:50Z Union flags have now also started appearing at other council depots across Belfast. Staff safety fear over Irish flag 2013-11-29T06:24:11Z The parade comes days before the first anniversary of Belfast City Council's decision to restrict the flying of the Union flag at city hall. Robinson: 'Limit impact on traders' 2013-11-24T12:48:42Z He is sporting a bag decorated with the UK's Union flag, a relic from last year's big major trend. Tighter rules threaten Cuba's independent clothes sellers 2013-10-13T01:34:22Z This January, he waded into the row over a decision to restrict the flying of the Union flag above Belfast City Hall. Obituary: Seamus Heaney 2013-08-30T10:18:49Z By then he was competing under the Union flag. Froome's rocky road to Tour de France glory 2013-07-21T19:53:08Z Union flags have also been placed at other Belfast City Council cleansing depots. Staff safety fear over Irish flag 2013-11-29T06:24:11Z The royal visitors were greeted by loud cheers and Union flags as they arrived just after 10:30 BST from nearby Oxenholme railway station. Queen plea for baby before holiday 2013-07-17T13:53:24Z He made a detour to sign an autograph for a woman who said it was for her son, and for a young man who offered a European Union flag for him to sign. McIlroy, a Native Son, Divides Ireland 2013-07-13T15:20:15Z The coffin, covered in a Union flag and bearskin hat, was brought carefully out of the church and, as it was driven off, the crowd broke into applause and sang God Save The Queen. Town falls silent for killed soldier 2013-07-12T13:42:45Z Some Bolivians took to the streets in protest, burning the French and European Union flags outside the French Embassy in the capital of La Paz. Latin America furious over Bolivia incident in Snowden saga 2013-07-03T19:13:05Z Belfast city council's decision to restrict the flying of the Union flag at City Hall to specific days led to rioting. Is the absence of violence the same thing as real peace? 2013-06-18T09:15:12Z Around 50 people draped in Union flags on Saturday held their weekly protest outside city hall calling for the flag to be flown all year round. Protesters confront tight security in Belfast G8 rally 2013-06-15T14:58:10Z German fans waved Union flags at their club matches and wished their grounds were more like English ones. Is Fussball coming home? 2013-05-22T03:59:19Z Following the council's decision in December, unionists attempted to push through a similar review extending the number of days the Union flag is flown over Stormont's parliament buildings. DUP abandons Cenotaph flags plan 2013-05-01T19:18:04Z The Union flag was flown at half mast on government buildings as a sign of respect. Pictures: Margaret Thatcher's funeral 2013-04-17T10:47:03Z One of his screens sports a Union flag, the only personal detail on view apart from the posh Italian coffee machine. Budget 2013: City tunes in then turns off for another dull shock-free event 2013-03-20T19:09:03Z A European Union flag flies in Athens in this 2012 file photo. IMF presses forward in Greece 2013-01-18T18:02:00Z They drove the brightly coloured Mini car, decorated with the Union flag, through Berlin in Germany. Princesses promote UK in Germany 2013-01-18T12:37:09Z Last December, the council voted to restrict the flying of the Union flag over city hall to designated dates. DUP abandons Cenotaph flags plan 2013-05-01T19:18:04Z Demonstrators were passing the nationalist Short Strand area - after a 1,000-strong protest outside Belfast City Hall against the council's decision to restrict the flying of the Union flag - when the violence began. Robinson: 'We are not giving up' 2013-01-13T10:19:07Z Loyalists are angry at a decision by councillors in Belfast to reduce the number of days the Union flag flies above City Hall. Belfast riots 'a buzz' for young 2013-01-09T06:42:20Z "That leadership is that Northern Ireland is part of the United Kingdom and a considerable number of people want the Union flag to be flown in a respectful and orderly way," he said. Council to review flag policy 2013-01-08T08:33:25Z The protest was over the flying of the Union flag at Belfast City Hall. Police hurt in more flag trouble 2013-01-04T23:27:09Z Pluckily, the blond-haired one continued to wave Union flags, a show of defiance as he dangled precariously. 2012: A political year in words 2012-12-24T20:11:07Z The violence followed loyalist protests over Belfast City Council's move to fly the Union flag only on designated days. Assembly to debate flag violence 2012-12-10T06:16:15Z It is over his support for the Alliance position on the flying of the Union flag at the City Hall. UUP Executive to hear McCrea call 2012-12-08T09:43:45Z The first minister has called for the loyalist protests over the Union flag to be suspended to ensure they are not used to launch a campaign of violence. Assembly session over flag row 2012-12-07T07:35:05Z Her visit comes amid tensions over the decision to stop flying the Union flag at Belfast City Hall every day. Hillary Clinton in Belfast visit 2012-12-07T04:54:44Z The DUP leader was heavily critical of the decision to restrict the flying of the Union flag to about 20 designated days, saying to celebrate the move as a compromise was "perverse". Robinson: Call off flag protests 2012-12-06T16:13:39Z The Saltire was due to fly alongside the Union flag above 10 Downing Street from sunrise. Tributes to mark St Andrew's Day 2012-11-30T06:44:29Z Between the ragged European Union flag and Italian tricolour over the entry they hung a new banner: a white sheet spray painted with the word "Occupied". Chalk, blackboard... teargas? Italy protests start at school 2012-11-18T12:07:01Z She said that any decision to fly the Union flag over the Cenotaph outside Belfast City Hall would have to be considered as a separate issue by the council. Assembly session over flag row 2012-12-07T07:35:05Z The cortege will be escorted, at walking pace, past the memorial garden in Carterton, where the Union flag will be hung at half-mast and members of the public are expected to gather. Body of Scots soldier flown home 2012-11-15T14:31:25Z DUP councillor Christopher Stalford said the flying of the Union flag outside Belfast City Hall was an issue a lot of people took seriously. Party 'disgusted' at flag leaflet 2012-11-13T18:00:28Z Union flags are in abundance and not just as fashion accoutrements, but emblazoned with his name. Jenson Button feels the warmth of fans on eve of Japanese Grand Prix 2012-10-06T20:57:44Z Crowds cheered her on as she used Australian oars with a Union flag sticker on them. Australian MP in Olympics forfeit 2012-09-02T16:26:58Z Alliance leader Naomi Long said her party's councillors had behaved responsibly in Belfast in taking advice on equality and voting that the Union flag should be flown on designated days. Assembly session over flag row 2012-12-07T07:35:05Z Joseph Afrane, 49, from London, dressed up in his finest Union flag attire. Children try out Paralympic sport 2012-08-31T07:09:21Z Unless he has had the luxury of watching the Olympics from a boat, surely he has engaged in 'Union Flagulation', as the Union flag only becomes the Union Jack when raised on a ship. The Fiver 2012-08-14T14:58:15Z The Union flag flies among those of other countries participating in the Games. London 2012 Olympics: the worldwide reaction – open thread 2012-08-13T09:31:20Z London's eccentric and loquacious Mayor Boris Johnson fell rather awkwardly silent last week when he got stuck dangling from a zip wire, waving two Union flags in the drizzling rain. Golden kisses and dangling mayor light up London Games 2012-08-12T16:49:05Z It would not alter the decision taken about flying the Union flag on designated days at the city hall. Assembly session over flag row 2012-12-07T07:35:05Z Families are everywhere, the children wrapped in Union flags, their faces covered in red-white-and-blue stickers. Cycling: BMX is inspiring a generation, fans say 2012-08-09T07:47:13Z The Wigan athlete, who wrapped herself in a Union flag between attempts, then recovered to progress to the relief of the partisan crowd in the Olympic Stadium. Suhr wins with Isinbayeva third 2012-08-06T21:44:11Z In front of a wildly cheering Olympic Stadium, she cried tears of joy at the result then led a lap around the stadium draped in a Union flag. Jessica Ennis wins Olympic gold after stunning heptathlon performance 2012-08-04T20:09:16Z Pendleton, who came to cycling under pressure from her father, waved at the crowd draped in a Union flag barely holding back the tears. Cycling: Dominant Britain floor opposition on the track 2012-08-03T20:27:49Z "I'm a bride at last," Grainger said after entering a press conference to applause and wearing a Union flag draped on her shoulders. Grainger and Drysdale win gold at last 2012-08-03T15:12:52Z GB closed out the victory - their third straight win in the group - to send the Union flags fluttering around Wembley at the final whistle. Britain shock Brazil to top group 2012-07-31T20:41:15Z Lock & Co, the oldest hatter in London, decorated the hat in a Union flag and adorned it with an Olympic torch. WRONG NUMBER 2012-07-30T10:55:09Z He says as the 1948 Olympics opening ceremony was set to begin, the Union flag had gone missing. Bannister says owes famous record to Olympic failure 2012-07-27T18:35:11Z Despite a truck-full of flags, it quickly emerged that the Union flag was missing. Flag bearing: a potted history 2012-07-24T12:43:43Z And in an understated way, the clip is subtly patriotic - a flash of a Union flag painted on the fingernail of a girl in a hooded top intercut with hopeful-looking youthful faces. Ad breakdown: Olympic gold or also ran? 2012-07-19T11:14:44Z Union flags are also highly visible, particularly among the spectators. Who are the Orangemen? 2012-07-11T20:09:56Z Union flags and Saltires were not hugely in evidence, confined to a few lone examples and scattered baseball caps. Andy Murray inspires quiet confidence in middle England at Wimbledon 2012-07-06T20:01:41Z European Union flags outside the European Commission headquarters in Brussels. Spain lifeline after EU allows direct access to eurozone bailout funds 2012-06-29T06:30:35Z Or that the Union flag is the national flag for people who identify themselves as English. Put out more flags 2012-06-10T11:28:18Z My son, sitting in the back, asked why it was that the streets were bedecked with Welsh flags alongside the bunting and Union flags celebrating the Diamond Jubilee. British or English – a false choice? 2012-06-07T12:10:14Z A woman walks into a fruit and vegetable shop in the Northumberland market town of Corbridge, as a canopy of Union flags hangs overhead. In Pictures: Jubilee Saturday 2012-06-02T18:41:40Z The report also concludes that flying the Irish tricolour, alongside the Union flag, is the least favourable option for the community. Union flag 'should fly some days' 2012-06-01T05:14:55Z The European Union flag, the flag of the National Bank of Greece and the Greek flag outside the headquarters of the National Bank of Greece in Athens. IHT Rendezvous: Ask About the Euro 2012-05-29T21:50:52Z Those who were shown the Union flag felt more proud of being English, but were still on the negative side of the graph. Put out more flags 2012-06-10T11:28:18Z The Liverpudlian beamed with delight and, shrouded in a Union flag with the sweat gathering on her corn-rowed hair, was clearly already contemplating fighting on home soil in late July and August. Ireland's Taylor books London boxing berth 2012-05-16T09:34:08Z At the Royal Arsenal and a few other stations the Union flag is displayed daily. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z According to the report, the Equality Commission views it as acceptable for a local council to fly the Union flag at its headquarters but this would not necessarily apply to all council buildings. Union flag 'should fly some days' 2012-06-01T05:14:55Z She then transforms into the 12 stars of the European Union flag. European Union Pulls 'Racist' Video Campaign 2012-03-08T05:35:40Z On both sides of the border, people who saw the neutral or the Union flag felt positive about the current economic situation. Put out more flags 2012-06-10T11:28:18Z Greek and European Union flags fluttered near the Parthenon in Athens on Wednesday. Greek Leaders Struggle for Agreement on Cuts 2012-02-08T12:10:02Z The Union flag and the Blue Ensign are, with the addition of certain distinctive badges, used as personal flags by certain high officers, and also in particular departments of the service. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z Fresh legal advice indicates that the present policy of flying the Union flag every day over city hall is lawful and that there is low risk of a successful challenge under discrimination law. Union flag 'should fly some days' 2012-06-01T05:14:55Z There is also talk of bringing the Kenyan troops, and possibly the Ethiopian troops, under the green-and-white African Union flag. Africa Forces Surprise Many With Success in Subduing Somalia 2011-11-25T02:44:28Z The second group were randomly assigned pages carrying the Union flag. Put out more flags 2012-06-10T11:28:18Z In every city, town, village, and school district, bells rang, salutes were fired, and the Union flag, now worshiped more than ever by every loyal heart, waved from every home. Sketch of the life of Abraham Lincoln 2011-10-24T02:00:19.173Z A European Union flag waves above the ancient Parthenon temple, at the Acropolis Hill, in Athens July 11. Wonkbook: Europe could decide the 2012 election 2011-09-28T10:39:54Z The first option, flying the Union flag on certain days, is favoured by the Alliance Party which holds the balance of power on the council. Union flag 'should fly some days' 2012-06-01T05:14:55Z “And this flag, also known as the Union flag—meaning that the colonists stood as a man in their desire for the right—was displayed by Washington in his camp at Cambridge, January 2nd, 1776.” Blue Robin, the Girl Pioneer 2011-07-28T02:00:09.363Z Tourism was boosted, as were sales of Union flags and mugs. Special factors hampering UK economic growth 2011-07-26T18:18:46Z Each athlete will also be asked to sign their name on a giant Union flag to show that they sign up to the "One Team GB" ethos. Sir Clive Woodward draws up list of 'standards' for GB Olympic athletes 2011-07-12T21:49:00Z Barbara, hanging the Union flag out on the balcony, is discovered by the mob, who begin to stone her, urging somebody to shoot. Dramatic Technique 2011-07-04T02:00:19.763Z The leaked report was prepared by Policy Arc Ltd for a public consultation on the issue, after Sinn Fein objected to the present policy of flying the Union flag every day. Union flag 'should fly some days' 2012-06-01T05:14:55Z It was called the Union flag—the two crosses signifying the union of Scotland and England, when King James of Scotland became king—and remained in use in America until the beginning of the Revolution.” Blue Robin, the Girl Pioneer 2011-07-28T02:00:09.363Z Mr Douglas said that he did not understand why anyone would be offended by the Union flag. SF anger after TUV Union flag row 2011-06-08T07:06:31Z The mayor of Limavady Council suspended council proceedings on Tuesday after a TUV councillor brought a Union flag into the chamber. Council suspended over Union flag 2011-06-07T22:15:46Z An impassioned love scene follows in which we learn that Barbara’s sympathies are changing, so much so that she presents her lover with an old Union flag to wear next his heart. Dramatic Technique 2011-07-04T02:00:19.763Z But this does not apply to the practice of flying the Union flag over the Ulster Hall and Duncrue Complex on designated days. Union flag 'should fly some days' 2012-06-01T05:14:55Z A bumper crowd of 120,000 gathered in top hats, on open-top buses and with a fair smattering of Union flags as they packed the Downs. Royal hopes dashed 2011-06-04T19:23:28Z A formal reception was afterwards held by the members of the Club; and later on a gorgeous supper was served in the Pavilion, which had been specially erected, decorated with large Italian and Union flags. The Mapleson Memoirs, vol II 1848-1888 2011-05-26T02:00:18.807Z Sir Henry's coffin was draped with the Union flag. In pictures 2011-05-18T14:50:40Z Draped in the Union flag and topped with her cap, belt and ceremonial sword, Capt Head's coffin was carried by six pall bearers. Funeral of bomb disposal expert 2011-05-06T12:38:23Z Tents are being set up and adorned with Union flags, sleeping bags and portable chairs unpacked. Crowd in waiting 2011-04-28T12:10:41Z The former assistant chef, from Wandsworth, a self-confessed "super fan" of the late Diana, Princess of Wales, wore images of Kate and William tied round his waist and a Union flag hat. Fan camps at royal wedding spot 2011-04-26T09:36:35Z I've sailed with the good old Union flag round the Horn and the Cape of Good Hope as well, and it's been looked up to everywhere. Dry Fish and Wet Tales from a Norwegian Seaport 2011-04-24T02:00:08.440Z They even greeted him with a Soviet Union flag flying over the Town Hall and the USSR's national anthem playing as he approached. Space pioneer in the UK 2011-04-08T07:42:15Z The Royal Navy formally annexed the rock in 1955 by hoisting the Union flag. Oil billions at stake as UN examines British claims to Rockall 2011-01-01T00:01:18Z Bloomberg News The European Union flag, left, sits with the Irish national flag on buildings in Dublin, Ireland. Moody's Warns on Ireland Rating 2010-10-05T08:44:00Z This resulted in a flag so similar in appearance to the Union flag that Confederate forces, becoming confused, fired upon their own men. A History of the Town of Fairfax "I little expected to find a Union flag down here," said Mr. Watkins, who was very much surprised. Marcy The Refugee The Secessionists captured a Union flag in one of these, which was balanced by a Secession flag captured by the 1st 111. The Struggle for Missouri Wish ye had a Union flag to wrap me in when I'm dead, boys! Cudjo's Cave Vance writes that large bodies of deserters in the western counties of North Carolina are organized, with arms, and threaten to raise the Union flag at the court-house of Wilkes County on next court-day. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital For a quarter of a century he saw the Union flag float over the Capitol of his chosen State. The Little Book of the Flag "And if you say so, I will rip up this quilt and show you the Union flag that waved over my head while I was acting as Captain Benton's pilot." Marcy The Refugee Old prints show the Union flag in the hands of marching soldiers on King Street, and camps and cantonments, beginning at the "Round House," extending for miles. Seaport in Virginia George Washington's Alexandria If Colonel Shelby and the rest knew that there are two Union flags somewhere among these bedclothes, how long do you suppose this house would stand? Marcy The Blockade Runner But this is not all: they say Gen. Keyes marched a column up the Peninsula, and took Richmond itself, over the Capitol of which the Union flag “is now flying.” A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital In Savannah, after the battle, but before any news of it could have arrived, the independent Georgians hoisted a Union flag and suggestively placed two pieces of artillery directly under it. The Little Book of the Flag "A Union flag in this house, alongside of a Confederate!" exclaimed the captain, who was surprised to hear it. Marcy The Refugee The infamous traitors fire on the Union flag. Diary from March 4, 1861, to November 12, 1862 "When the time comes, we will pull it down and hoist one of your Union flags in its place," was the answer. Marcy The Blockade Runner Heretofore the students had sometimes seen men and women walking the streets with small Union flags pinned to their breasts; but there was not one in sight now. True To His Colors The Governor is his creature—a dirty little scallawag who tore the Union flag from Fort Sumter, trampled it in the dust, and helped raise the flag of Confederacy over it. The Clansman An Historical Romance of the Ku Klux Klan Missionary Ridge was won, but now was no time to celebrate the victory, although cheer after cheer rang along the mountain peaks and every Union flag to be had was waving lustily. An Undivided Union Not a Union flag now in sight, but plenty of the "Stars and Bars!" Lights and Shadows in Confederate Prisons A Personal Experience, 1864-5 "What have you done with that Union flag, Julius?" he asked. Marcy The Blockade Runner What would that Baltimore fellow do to me if he knew that I have two Union flags in my trunk, and that I mean to hoist them some day? True To His Colors "The truth is"—the Lutheraner continues—"that during the time of war never a Rebellion Flag, but repeatedly a Union flag was hoisted over our College in St. Louis." American Lutheranism Volume 2: The United Lutheran Church (General Synod, General Council, United Synod in the South) Somebody had hung out a Union flag over the jasmine-covered portico. Special Messenger In many towns Union flags were flaunted in their faces—a fact upon which is based the fictitious story of Barbara Fritchie. A History of the United States "Go below and hide that Union flag," said he. Marcy The Blockade Runner Scouting parties then saw Union flags from many a window. Red-Tape and Pigeon-Hole Generals As Seen From the Ranks During a Campaign in the Army of the Potomac To make some impression on this pompous king, Lander hoisted the "Union flag." A Book of Discovery The History of the World's Exploration, From the Earliest Times to the Finding of the South Pole The Union flag was displayed on the road to and at Shelbyville by influential people. Slavery and Four Years of War, Vol. 1-2 A Political History of Slavery in the United States Together With a Narrative of the Campaigns and Battles of the Civil War In Which the Author Took Part: 1861-1865 I saw the Union flag at half-mast, floating over the interior department in sign of honor and mourning for the death of Jacob Thompson, whom we regarded as a defaulter and a conspirator. Recollections of Forty Years in the House, Senate and Cabinet An Autobiography. They would go all over her, peeping into every locker and corner, steal everything they could get into their pockets or put under their coats, and one of them might accidentally find that Union flag. Marcy The Blockade Runner After a visit to the Ladies' Aid Society, of West Chester, Pennsylvania, she was presented by them with a testimonial, beautifully engrossed upon parchment, surmounted by an exquisitely painted Union flag. Woman's Work in the Civil War A Record of Heroism, Patriotism, and Patience To this virtue of fidelity to their worst enemies they added still another, loyalty to the Union flag and escaping Union soldiers. History of the Negro Race in America from 1619 to 1880. Vol. 2 (of 2) Negroes as Slaves, as Soldiers, and as Citizens The first is St. Patrick, the second Queen Victoria, the third Father Matthew, the fourth the glorious Union flag. Canada and the Canadians, Vol. 2 Once more under the Union flag, he sat in the Capitol as a senator of the United States from Texas. Twenty Years of Congress, Vol. 1 From Lincoln to Garfield, with a Review of the Events Which Led to the Political Revolution of 1860 When the gallant Moultrie took the British Fort Johnson and carried it, for the first time, I believe, did the Union flag fly in the air; and that was in October, 1775. The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government The men for the mere avowal of their attachment to the Union flag and the Constitution were hunted like deer, and if caught, murdered in cold blood. Woman's Work in the Civil War A Record of Heroism, Patriotism, and Patience Slave-holders and sheriffs from the Southern States were permitted to hunt fugitive slaves under the Union flag and within the lines of Federal camps. History of the Negro Race in America from 1619 to 1880. Vol. 2 (of 2) Negroes as Slaves, as Soldiers, and as Citizens The Union flag was streaming from every peak and halyard. The Victim A romance of the Real Jefferson Davis That day at the battle of Wilson's Creek when he walked out in front of a thousand soldiers and got a Union flag and brought it back to the line, he didn't look very funny. A Certain Rich Man Union flags were placed everywhere, and a Southerner was accused of not respecting the flag if he even passed under one without bowing. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Georgia Narratives, Part 4 On Good Friday, April 14, 1865, with solemn religious service the Union flag was hoisted again on Fort Sumter by General Anderson, its old defender. Abraham Lincoln When the Eleventh Cavalry rode from Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, to Winchester, Virginia, a few years since, they saw many Confederate flags, but only one Union flag, and that in the hands of a negro child. American Adventures A Second Trip 'Abroad at home' There was light enough within to help me in selecting the Union flag from the half-dozen within the locker. Poison Island The revolutionary furor spread to the country towns, and for a whole week the Union flag practically disappeared from Maryland. A Short Life of Abraham Lincoln Condensed from Nicolay & Hay's Abraham Lincoln: A History The Stars and Stripes lay in the roads with the Union flag at her gaff. The Pilot and his Wife The Union flag had been fired upon in earnest by the Confederates, and, leaving Virginia and the States that went with it to join the Confederacy if they chose, the North sprang to arms. Abraham Lincoln And we rushed into battle—formed our line Facing the foe—the ambushed, deadly foe, Hid in the thicket, with the Union flag— A cheat—hung out before it—luring us Into a blazing hell. The Feast of the Virgins and Other Poems So, with the Union flag under one arm, I carried out the red ensign, bent it carefully, still in a roll, and hoisted it to the truck. Poison Island The march was promptly accomplished, notwithstanding the bad roads, and the troops had the meager satisfaction of hoisting the Union flag over the deserted rebel earthworks. A Short Life of Abraham Lincoln Condensed from Nicolay & Hay's Abraham Lincoln: A History They never hoisted a Union flag, or did any grand thing; but they deserve a place in story just the same. Idle Hour Stories However, one of the oars came out of the water, and as the boat veered a little he saw the boys in the white boat with the Union flag bearing down on him. Gordon Keith He wants the Union because he imagines it secures his prosperity, but he is ready to fire on the Union flag the moment it threatens his prosperity.... Ireland Since Parnell The South never showed this disposition of hatred on any occasion, for in after years while marching through Pennsylvania Union flags floated unmolested from housetops, over towns, and cities. History of Kershaw's Brigade With the dawn of morning, all eyes were directed to the fortress, when, to the surprise of the whole squadron, a man was seen waving the British Union flag on the summit of its walls. The Pirates Own Book Union flags were torn from the front of private buildings--generally in the night or early morning. Camp-Fire and Cotton-Field Southern Adventure in Time of War. Life with the Union Armies, and Residence on a Louisiana Plantation Always the Union flag floated before them, and the ring of steel so strong and broad was contracting inch by inch. The Rock of Chickamauga A Story of the Western Crisis Here were sundry Union flags waving and a large portrait of Abraham Lincoln hung on the wall behind the desk. A Woman's Life-Work — Labors and Experiences Right after the bombardment of Fort Sumter, they brought to Memphis the Union flag that floated over the fort. Thirty Years a Slave Far off toward the stone bridge, now a mile or more northeast of them, they could see the Union flags waving, and mark the white puffs of smoke that preceded the booming of the cannon. The Iron Game A Tale of the War The first Union flag was raised by Washington at Cambridge, January 2, 1776. The Boy Scouts Patrol Before noon the Union flag was flying over the Court House. This Country of Ours The schooner immediately took in sail, hoisted an English Union flag and passed under our lee at a considerable distance. The Old Merchant Marine; A chronicle of American ships and sailors As soon as, on the 12th of April, 1861, the first gun was fired in Charleston harbor on the Union flag upon Fort Sumter, the call was sounded, and the Northern people rushed to arms. The Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 1: 1832-1843 As he spoke the Union flag he had seen came forward, but it was in the hands of a rebel bearer, and was upside down in mockery. The Iron Game A Tale of the War He was appointed to the navy while living in Louisiana, but when the war came he remained loyal to the Union flag. Hero Tales from American History Much as I love Jack, I would rather see him in his grave with the Union flag over him than in the rebel lines, a soldier of that bad cause. The Iron Game A Tale of the War Sherman was irresistibly carrying the Union flag through the South. The Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 1: 1832-1843 |
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