Weird History episodes
The Surprising Marketing Origins of the Pledge of Allegiance

The Surprising Marketing Origins of the Pledge of Allegiance

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Dive into the unexpected history of the Pledge of Allegiance. While many Americans recite it daily, few know it was initially a marketing strategy by Francis Bellamy to sell flags. Discover the transformations it has undergone and the insights each change provides about American society's evolving fears and desires.

#Pledge of Allegiance, #Francis Bellamy, #American history, #marketing strategy, #patriotism, #American flag, #US education, #Weird History