How many have looked up the origin of the Confederate flag? Everyone complains of the racial tones because it represents “the South.” If you knew your history you would not judge so fast — just one more piece of history the people that don’t know any better want to take away from us.

The Confederate flag, as it is referred to, was the flag used in battle by the army of Northern Virginia during the Civil War.

The layout, often referred to as the “Southern Cross,” is a Saint Andrews cross named after the “X” shaped cross used to crucify St. Andrew. Some believe the symbol represents freedom and independence from oppression and tyranny — the design can be found in the flags of Scotland, Jamaica and the United Kingdom.

Andrew was a disciple of Jesus — he was at the last supper.

Know your history before you say it offends you.

Today several states bear some resemblance to the confederate flag — Alabama, Georgia, Arkansas, Mississippi and Tennessee.

I am proud to be a descendant of a Confederate soldier.

AGNES WEBB

Coeur d’Alene