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Class of 1922 flag

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Part Of
RG 6 Brandon University fonds
Description Level
Item
GMD
multiple media
Date Range
1922
Accession Number
1-2024
Part Of
RG 6 Brandon University fonds
Creator
Photograph by: Trinity Nylen
Description Level
Item
Series Number
16
Item Number
16.1.1
Accession Number
1-2024
GMD
multiple media
Date Range
1922
Physical Description
68" x 53"
Physical Condition
There are some holes and torn fabric. The flag also has some small stains.
Scope and Content
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1922 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of a cotton based material, features the class colours of yellow and black, as well as the class motto "Virtus in Arduis" ("Courage in difficulties"). The flag has a pocket for hanging.
Notes
Loose translations for the class mottos were provided by Dr. Rosanne Gasse (Latin) and Dr. Steve Robinson (Greek), as well as from googling the mottos in October 2006. Description by Trinity Nylen/Jessica Old (February 2024) and Christy Henry.
Subject Access
class flags
flags and banners
artifacts
artefacts
commencement
Graduation
student activities
Storage Location
RG 6 Brandon University fonds Series16: Brandon University/College artifacts 16.1 Artifacts - flags and banners Box 1
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