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The Silent Coup of the Maple Leaf Flag

In 1964, Canada’s new national flag faced fierce opposition from those loyal to the British Union Jack. The heated debate lasted months but reached a silent crescendo when the new maple leaf design was secretly hoisted first on an arctic military base, sparking pride and a surprising calm acceptance across Canada as the unexpected compromise became reality.
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