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A '''national symbol''' is a [[symbol]] of any entity considering itself and manifesting itself to the world as a national community: [[sovereign state]]s but also [[nation]]s and [[country|countries]] in a state of colonial or other dependence, (con)federal integration, or even an ethnocultural community considered a 'nationality' despite having no political autonomy.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.england.org.za/national-symbols.php|title=England's National Symbols|publisher=england.org.za|quote=National symbols are defined as the symbols or icons of a national community (such as England), used to represent that community in a way that unites its people.|accessdate=18 September 2012}}</ref> |
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National symbols intend to unite people by creating visual, verbal, or [[Cultural icon|icon]]ic representations of the national people, values, goals, or history. |
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These symbols are often rallied around as part of celebrations of [[patriotism]] or aspiring [[nationalism]] (such as independence, autonomy or separation movements) and are designed to be inclusive and representative of all the people of the national community. |
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== Common official national symbols == |
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*The [[national flag|flag]] or banner of a [[nation-state]]. |
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*The [[Gallery of country coats of arms|coat of arms]], [[seal (device)|seal or stamp]] of the [[nation|land]] and/or ruling [[dynasty]]. |
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*The associated device and/or [[national motto|motto]] can also be used separately. |
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*The [[national colors]], often derived from the above. |
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*[[National emblem#Nationalized patriotic symbols|abstract symbols]], especially crosses. |
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*[[National anthem]]s, royal and imperial hymns; alongside such official hymn(s) custom may also recognize the national symbol value of very popular songs. |
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== See also == |
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*[[List of national symbols]] |
*[[List of national symbols]] |
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*[[Floral emblem]] |
*[[Floral emblem]] |
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