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To: tcrlaf
Dixie Flag discontinues sale of Confederate flag

Are they going to change their name, too?

9 posted on 06/24/2015 8:51:27 AM PDT by DoodleDawg
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To: DoodleDawg
Dixie Flag discontinues sale of Confederate flag

Are they going to change their name, too?

The Confederate Air Force who flew out of Rebel Field, Texas.

In 2002 it changed its name to Commemorative Air Force after a vote of the membership. Many felt the name Confederate Air Force was confusing, did not accurately reflect the purpose of the organization, and was detrimental to fund raising efforts.

This name change was deemed by some fans to be a move of political correctness.

They still fly, but the name is not as "catchy"

28 posted on 06/24/2015 9:13:36 AM PDT by TYVets
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To: DoodleDawg
Dixie Flag discontinues sale of Confederate flag

Are they going to change their name, too?

In 1957 The Confederate Air Force was started and flew out of Rebel Field, Texas.

In 2002 it changed its name to Commemorative Air Force after a vote of the membership. Many felt the name Confederate Air Force was confusing, did not accurately reflect the purpose of the organization, and was detrimental to fund raising efforts.

This name change was deemed by some fans to be a move of political correctness.

I think they still fly, but the name is not as "catchy"

31 posted on 06/24/2015 9:16:29 AM PDT by TYVets
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