In Remembrance of the African, Black Peoples, West Indian, Caribbean, Pacific Islands & Indigenous Communities contributions to Global Wars that have paved the way for the ‘Cultures’ we know and understand today.
Breaking down the symbolism and meaning behind the BlackPoppyRose Logo
‘Black Poppy Rose’; The logo has 14 letters (5, 5, 4). 5 x 5 x 4 = 100, equaling 100 years since the end of the First World War. Therefore, it also signifies the end of ignorance concerning the contribution of Africans and People of African origin to a host of European wars throughout the ages.
The shape of the letters is also curved, with few angles. This symbolizes the Spirit and Will of Africans and People of African origin, as it’s something that can be bent, but not broken.
A poppy − being a symbol of those that have sacrificed their lives in wars, past and present − is black as it represents the sacrifice of Africans and People of the African Diaspora, in said wars. Poppies also generally have between four and six petals. The central poppy has four petals, representing the four corners of the world from which we have come, and the four corners of the world in which we have fought.
Each petal is also in the shape of a number ‘9’ − the highest number (as in, single digit), representing the highest sacrifice (Freedom and Life). The number ‘9’ has always maintained a deep significance within many African (as well as other) cultures.
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6888 Central Postal Battalion – Women’s Army Corp
The Six Triple Eight were the only African-American Women’s Battalion to serve in Europe during WW2.
Their contributions and services are a testimony to our Humanity and abilities to evolve as we experience life.
So many lessons and so many historical gems can be extracted from this magnificently constructed movie.
Women have served in so many capacities over centuries, changing our perceived roles in our multifaceted societies. Who we are, who we have been are reflective of the times and conditions created for us all to exist.
Tyler Perry, Nicole Avant, Kerry Washington and the entire team who contributed, have not only honoured their legacy, but have also provided up with the tools to keep honouring them and so many more.
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We wear our BlackPoppyRoses & BlackRose of Remembrance pins ALL YEAR ROUND to ensure we keep their memories ever present and develop w=new ways to engage with how and why it is importance that all our ancestors have a place in history.
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