Soldato
The original intent behind the poppy when it was first introduced was for it to be purely as a symbol of remembrance and respect for the fallen. This remains on the Royal British Legion's website as the meaning of the poppy.
But nowadays, it looks like more and more people are shying away from it, as they perceive it's becoming more of a general symbol of support for the British armed forces and all of their endeavours. Which following the war in Iraq, people are becoming more and more uneasy with.
I feel like I can't help but agree that the original meaning is being overridden, especially when we see things like this:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lincolnshire-43892289
And the RBL frequently refer to the poppy appeal as support for all of the armed forces community, rather than purely a regretful commemoration for those who have lost their lives.
We also see more 'poppy facism' these days, with public figures being shamed and abused for not wearing poppies.
So do you see it as a way purely to remember the dead, or to show your support for the armed forces in general?
But nowadays, it looks like more and more people are shying away from it, as they perceive it's becoming more of a general symbol of support for the British armed forces and all of their endeavours. Which following the war in Iraq, people are becoming more and more uneasy with.
I feel like I can't help but agree that the original meaning is being overridden, especially when we see things like this:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lincolnshire-43892289
And the RBL frequently refer to the poppy appeal as support for all of the armed forces community, rather than purely a regretful commemoration for those who have lost their lives.
We also see more 'poppy facism' these days, with public figures being shamed and abused for not wearing poppies.
So do you see it as a way purely to remember the dead, or to show your support for the armed forces in general?