suel canal and flag shit Flashcards

1
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When was the Canadian flag proclaimed into Law by Queen Elizebeth

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1965 feb 15

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2
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Why the Maple leaf design

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The maple leaf was already a symbol used by our Armed Forces.
The maple tree was also an important part of the Canadian economy.
The flag does NOT highlight race or religion. Rather, it represents all citizens of Canada.
There were NO symbols of French or English

pick one

The colours reflected the 1921 National Colours of Canada

The two bands represent Canada from sea to sea

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3
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why was a new Canadian flag Needed

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Because the upper left looked like a british symbol and Egypt saw the flag as an invaders flag.

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WHO GAVE THE IDEA FOR THE MAPLE LEAF FLAG

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A PROFFESER NAMED GEORGE STANLEY

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5
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what day was the current flag adopted

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Oct 22nd 1964

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How did people feel about the new flag idea

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Imperialist hated it cuz it ignored Canada background and loosened ties with British

while Nationalist liked it and were called traitors by imperialist

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7
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Suez Canal crisis

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1956 Oct 29

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