Reclaiming the Flag
from Letters from the Atlantic Hosted by Letters from the Atlantic
Visitors to the Canary Islands and Spain will notice that the flying of flags is a popular pastime. Public and government buildings, as well as many private organisations, usually proudly display three flags in the Canary Islands: the Spanish flag, the Canary Islands’ flag and the flag of the European Union, and we even have another that is specific to the island of Gran Canaria. Yes, despite the usual negativity and cynicism of many Brits, the European Union is still a popular and welcome concept in many European countries. Spain’s recent victory in the European Cup has also seen a flurry of Spanish and Canarian flags adorning the homes, cars and bodies of many islanders, and has been a delight to see. © Barrie Mahoney 2012 This article is part of the book 'Message in a Bottle' by Barrie Mahoney. You can find out more about the author and this book by clicking here
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