YOUR 'X' BELONGS TO ME

Thank you Lilly.

But my poor photoslop is more than an attempt at humor.  It's a true depiction of an actual event of the Civil War.  And all volunteer unit from Wisconsin had as their standard bearer, a real live American Bald Eagle, they called 'Old Abe'.

As battle lines were drawn, old Abe was often placed on tall perch in the forefront.  Anticipating the battle, that 'Damn Yankee Buzzard' would begin to squawk and screech.  Confederate forces offered a reward to any man that killed it. But none claimed the prize though many died trying.  In one particular battle, towards the end of the war, a captured Confederate Flag was flown just below the perch.  In the excitement of battle, Old Abe, expelled her bowels upon the Stars & Bars, outraging Confederate forces into making a suicidal charge.

And yes, Old Abe was a she.

Just a little History.

And yes, the Confederate Flag is the rightful property of the United States of America.

Mirela, everyone in America save the Native Americans are foreigners, or the daughters, or sons, of foreigners.  My grandfather was from Norway.  As to why we should love one flag and not the other, could be explained by my grandfather if he were alive today.

One of the two stands for freedom and equality.  The other, stands for repression and slavery.  To try to lump both together is like saying apples are the same as oranges. 

I'm certain Mirela, that you are, and will continue to be, a positive ingredient in this melting pot called America.  Just keep in mind America's principles are more important then its symbols. 

Thank you so much for your thoughtful input.