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Overview
Flags serve many purposes. They symbolize a people and represent
national pride. Flags convey a shared history. Over the centuries,
military units have carried flags and colors. Colors and flags affirm group identity. They
build pride and morale, and represent the group's honor. In battle, flags
served as a rallying point when a formation was broken. Troops gathered
around the flag to regroup, attack or retreat. Flags marked specific
individuals, locations and functions such as hospitals and
ambulances.
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