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    How in recently history has the rose been followed by the orange and the tulip and why were these symbols used?

    Question #56386. Asked by gmackematix. (Apr 02 05 9:14 PM)


    TabbyTom

    		In the republics of the former Soviet Union.

    In Georgia Viktor Yushchenko’s supporters used the rose as their symbol, apparently to symbolize their peaceful intentions. In the Ukraine, protesters used the colour orange because it was a vibrant colour and easily distinguishable from the traditional Ukrainian colours.

    In Kyrgyzstan the movement for change has been called the “tulip revolution,” probably because tulips are so plentiful there.



    http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/4041157.stm
    http://www.csmonitor.com/2005/0325/p08s01-comv.html


    Apr 03 05, 3:15 AM
    gmackematix

    		Yay TT. If Turkmenistan rise against the power-crazed Niyazov, I suppose that will be the Carpet Revolution.

    Apr 03 05, 4:55 PM
    gmackematix

    		Oh and thanks to everyone for either not noticing or not pointing out the adverbial balls-up in my question.

    Apr 03 05, 4:57 PM
    peasypod

    		Oh, I noticed all right...

    Apr 03 05, 5:21 PM

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