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“You're a grand old flag! You're a high-flying flag, And forever in peace may you wave. You're the emblem of the land I love, The home of the free and the brave. Ev'ry heart beats true 'Neath the Red, White and Blue,' Where there's never a boast or brag. But should auld acquaintance be forgot, Keep…” quote by George M. Cohan
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“You're a grand old flag! You're a high-flying flag, And forever in peace may you wave. You're the emblem of the land I love, The home of the free and the brave. Ev'ry heart beats true 'Neath the Red, White and Blue,' Where there's never a boast or brag. But should auld acquaintance be forgot, Keep your eye on the grand old flag.”

George M. Cohan

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Patriotic pride expressed through vivid flag imagery and a call to remember national symbols.

In simple terms: Proud flag symbolizes freedom and bravery.

Key Takeaway

Honor and protect national ideals.

Themes

patriotism symbolism pride

Mood

inspirational celebratory solemn

Type

motivational poetic

When to use this quote

  • military ceremonies
  • public holidays
  • school assemblies

Key Concepts

national identity civic duty

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we translate flag reverence into action?
  • What does true patriotism mean today?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on symbols can overlook deeper civic responsibilities.

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