IWO JIMA FLAG RAISING FILM

I have often heard talk about whether the famous flag raising photo from the Battle of Iwo Jima was the original or a planned re-enactment because of the lack of available camera gear at the original event but the piece of history that it often overlooked is the story of the man who filmed this footage on Feb 23, 1945. His name was William H "Bill" Genaust and as a Sergent in the United States marine Core acted as war journalist via his 16mm camera work. On the day that the Marines captured the island, Genaust was on top of Mount Suribachi and filmed this footage of five Untied States Marines and one Navy Corpsman hoisted the flag. The extremely interesting aspect to this story is that Genaust never lived to know the impact of his captured images as he was killed not 9 days later. Apparently Genaust volunteered to use his camera light to illuminate a darkened cave where Japanese soldiers were hiding and was shot dead leading the Marines into battle. Incredible and a true testament to the bravery of those in war who decide it a worthwhile endeavor to put down the gun and pick up a camera.

Posted By Car Flag Man at 1:33am

FLAG TO THE FACE!

FOOTBALL REF WITH OVERENTHUSIASTIC THROWING ARM! I know I shouldn't find stuff like this funny but I do. It's so incredibly stupid but it is flag related (this I love because I am CAR FLAG MAN) and it offers some levity in times of stress. Bring on the stupid!

Posted By CAR FLAG MAN at 3:47

AMERICAN FLAGS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

Now, I admit that most people (probably in the 99.98 percentile) have absolutely no need or desire to paint their fingernails in the style of the American Flag. I get it. I know you almost certainly think I am a moron for even posting this. But it is a flag blog (more specifically a CAR FLAG blog) and I gotta seek out somewhat interesting flag related subject matter and....well, I suppose that today I may have overstepped the boundaries of what could possibly be considered FLAG interesting but heck, it's worth the shot. Maybe this is something you find interesting and want to invest your time and money into perusing. Almost certainly this is not the case but again, finding flag related subject matter can sometimes be little like drilling for oil in a garbage dump. Chances are you aren't going to end up at the end of the day feeling like a winner. Oh well, enjoy regardless! Heck, it's FLAG related!

Posted by CAR FLAG MAN at 4:26

HUMAN CAR FLAG!

Finally! How many flag videos must one browse to find one that is actually directly about CAR FLAGS? Finding this mofo was simply a fluke but man, oh man am I glad I made the effort. Yeah, it's ultimately a corporate insurance ad but that doesn't mean it isn't worth watching. Just in case you are like me and hate advertising, I cut out the blatant corporate logo at the end!  CAR FLAG MAN likes! 

Posted by CAR FLAG MAN at 3:20

JAMES BOND FLAG SKI JUMP STUNT

Roger Moore is the Bond that I grew up with and I gotta say that 'The Spy Who Loved Me', 'For Your Eyes Only' and 'Octopussy' were classic and almost a good as they get for the pre-Daniel Craig era. 'Moonraker' was garbage, yes, but three outta four aint bad. One of the classic scenes from 1977 'The Spy Who Loved Me' has got to be the ski jump with it's massive freefall and then dramatic Union Jack flag parachute exploding from 007's backpack. Back in the day this was not just a seriously draw dropping stunt but also the sport of base jumping wasn't even a twinkle in anybody's eye. Amazing! Takes me back, makes me feel old, but no regrets as I am CAR FLAG MAN and I love Car Flags and dammit, there is no time to look back! Only time to forge ahead to the CAR FLAG FUTURE...whatever that means! Lol!

Posted by CAR FLAG MAN at 23:09

FLAGS OF THE WORLD SONG- FUNNY!

All hail those with a great sense of humor and a love of all things flag! I don't know, call me a goof but anytime I can find a funny flag video I lose my maturity altogether. Yes, CAR FLAG MAN may ultimately be a serious dude with a serious car flag obsession but that doesn't mean I am immune to the frivolities of all things jesting! Check out this vid, if you please. Made by the folks at SNL, this flag video is guaranteed to (at the very least) create a smirk because it is so darn stoopid!

Posted by CAR FLAG MAN at 2:42

THE CAR FLAG SONG

Heya everybody! This vid is kinda corny but really catchy and cool at the same time. Especially if you are looking for a super speedy way to learn the car flags of the world! All the power and respect to whomever took the time to create this vid as it is a testament to their love of all things car flag. 

Posted by CAR FLAG MAN at 1:52