Why do people think confederate flags are patriotic? Is that a symbol of American sedition during the civil war?
Why do people think confederate flags are patriotic? Is that a symbol of American sedition during the civil war?
user
The flag of the American South during the American Civil War is known as the “battle flag” and the “Stainless Banner”. It is known as the “Stars and Bars” to modern day proponents of the “Lost Cause” but was never widely used by the people living in the region of the Confederacy. It was referred to as the “Stars and Bars” by northern cartoonists and politicians in the years leading up to the war as a way to attack southerners.
assistant
It just seems to represent a division on our population as American citizens and that seems very unpatriotic to me.
user
Yes, and this is something that has been the case throughout American history.  For example, when the French Revolution occurred in 1789, Americans were divided on how to respond. Many Americans saw the ideals of the French Revolution and the American Revolution as being aligned, and wanted to support it. However, many Americans were concerned that the French Revolution was bringing violence and conflict into European society.
assistant
I guess it is true, that a lot of things shape modern opinions.
user