SUNFLOWER FOR SUU

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The symbol of democracy in Burma

The NLD Flag features the peacock, a prominent symbol of Burma. The Dancing Peacock (the Peacock in courtship or in display of his feathers) was numerously featured in Burma monarchic flags as well as other nationalist symbols in the country.

Flag of the National League for Democracy in Burma

The Fighting Peacock is associated with decades-long democratic struggle against military dictatorship in the country. The latter closely resembles a Green Peafowl, as it has a tufted crest.

Source: Wikipedia (02/09/2009)

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