For those who believe that the US is the most nationalistic country in the world, you should definitely visit Argentina. June 20 was National Flag Day and everyone displayed the flag in many forms. I even saw taxis drive by with signs displayed prominently in the rear window warning potential commuters that you would not be picked up if were not sporting National colors. Dia de la Bandera is the anniversary of the death of Miguel Belgrano, who created the current flag.
The kids each had "performances" at school. It was a great opportunity to experience the Argentine National pride. Teachers and parents also displayed pins and flags on their clothing and flying from their cars.
This is the Kindergarten. The 3's wore National Soccer Jerseys, the 4's wore panchos to represent the campo (traditional Argentine apparel) and the 5's wore fabric creating the pattern of the flag.
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