Schools Here Try 'Nazi-Type' Salute
Description
A New York Times article from March 9, 1937, describes students engaged in a Nazi-style salute of the flag.
See the partial article at NYTimes.com.
"Row Raised Over New Pledge to Flag With Extended Arm—Principals Assail Idea
"A new type of flag salute, recommended by the State Department of Education and submitted to the principals through a circular issued by Harold G. Campbell, Superintendent of Schools, has brought confusion and uncertainty as to the proper method of pledging allegiance to the American flag, it was learned yesterday."
See the partial article at NYTimes.com.
Publisher
New York Times
Date
1937-03-09
Contributor
Mace, Emily
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Type
Newspaper Article