Simple key chain depicting Twin Towers with American flag and call for action against terrorism.
Friday, August 21, 2009
Sniff: Patriotic Tissues
Another example of a patriotic-themed artifact. Paper products were probably one of the more numerous examples. These tissues are clearly tied to 9/11.
I also find another interesting point about these tissues. 9/11 was a tragic event, and it is ironic that a pack of tissues, associated with crying, would have such an appearance.
One really has to wonder about the reasoning behind having a flag-inspired tissue? What would the purpose of such a thing be? Would one really think they showing their patriotism? Or is this about a company trying to sell more tissues by using 9/11 as motivation? As always, any opinions are welcome, but I think the answer is clear.
Post-It Flags
These Post-it Flags are a great example of how the American flag became incorporated into many household and commercial products and goods. Here 3M will donate 5 cents to the American Red Cross from every product sold. Another example of a corporation making a donation as result of 9/11. One has to question how much money was raised as a result of such corporate actions? How many companies implemented such actions?
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Firefighter Toy
After September 11th, firefighters were found in different forms in various consumer goods. Often the American flag and firefighter were intermixed. Here is an example of a firefighter toy that has the flag depicted waving in the background.
Fanny Pack
Show your patriotism with this fanny back. Another example of the influence of the flag after 9/11.
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