When Philippines Actually Flipped Its Flag

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The Philippine flag has a unique feature: it flips during times of war, with the red stripe displayed on top instead of blue. This video explores the flag’s complex history, especially during the American colonial period and World War II. From 1907 to 1919, the Flag Law banned its public display, viewing it as a symbol of rebellion. It was only officially restored in 1936 under the Commonwealth government. During WWII, the flipped flag appeared as a sign of resistance against Japanese occupation, with real documented instances of the red-over-blue arrangement. The episode also covers the symbolic elements of the flag, its evolution from General (President) Aguinaldo’s original design, and its legal standardization over the years. Through political transitions, war, and independence, the flag has remained a powerful symbol of identity, struggle, and sovereignty.

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