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Confederate Flag Tattoo Design Ideas
Articles By Mike Wamoult

Certain tattoo designs can evoke emotions in people almost immediately and the Confederate flag is one such tattoo designs. Depending on who you ask, the flag is deemed to be both a source of shame and pride for different people. For some, it is a symbol of racism but for others, it is a part of heritage.

If you are proud of your Southern heritage, and don't feel that the rebel flag is racist; you may want to consider getting rebel flag tattoos. A Confederate flag tattoo will send the same message to others as if you were sporting around with an American flag tattoo, you are proud of your roots.

Most tattoos of the rebel flag are pretty simple, just an image of the flag itself, but you might want to add additional symbols that mean something to you. Some might include flames for the fire of the Southern personality, or even motorcycle logos if you're a passionate biker.

Before you decide to get a Confederate flag tattoo, especially one that could be on display often, consider that it is possible that your tattoo will be mistaken for a racially motivated or hateful image. This image is highly controversial, with many people relating it to the death of many Americans and the slavery of a whole race. You may just be trying to display your Southern pride others might not share in your glory.

If you're seeking an awesome Confederate flag design for yourself, it is important to be certain that you'll still want to live with it on you later in life. For some reason these types of tattoos seem to appeal to the opposite sex. What usually happens is once a person decides on this type of tattoo, then go to the tattoo shop and start looking through various catalogs and then pick one rather hastily, unfortunately many regret that decision later.

If you finally decide on a Confederate flag tattoo then put a lot of thought into where you will put it in your body. If you have this tattoo placed in a place on your body where it will be seen often then be prepared for the controversy that will surround it. Pray that you never have to apply for a job and your manager is African American. Just use a little common sense and think into the future before you get a tattoo like this one.

A cross tattoo symbolizes a strong religious conviction unless it is altered in a manner that contradicts that. An American flag tattoo usually indicates that one has strong pride for America and is patriotic. So it is only common that a Confederate flag tattoo would indicate that a person either has deep ties to the South or they are prejudice against African Americans. Again, that might depend on how the tattoo is designed and displayed.

So if are getting a Confederate flag tattoo, do take note of the above tattoo tips. That will allow you to own a design that you are truly proud of.

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Thinking About Confederate Flag Tattoo Designs? Read This First

One of the most popular ink patterns is the confederate flag tattoo design. Perhaps it's the aesthetic factor of the design itself or the weight of history it represents, but the confederate flag tattoo design has already inspired various versions from different people.

The inspiration for this tattoo design - the confederate flag - once represented the Confederate States of America during and before the civil war of the United States. Basically, the war was fought over the issues of slavery. With one side believing that slavery should be kept (South) while United States leaders were trying to change the situation, eventually leading to the birth of the confederate flag. The confederate flag nowadays or sometimes called the "Confederate Battle Flag" has been a widely acknowledged emblem of the South.

For some, the rebel flag symbolizes the south's deep roots: Southern pride, southern hospitality and the love for the areas in the south. Its origination has been somewhat forgotten and is replaced by people's own perspective of the symbol. The confederate flag has a red background and contains a blue cross with 13 white stars inside it. The stars are there to represent the different states that were part of the Confederate States of America.

Because of its origin, the confederate flag tattoo design can hold different meanings for different people - not all of them good.

Bearing this in mind, it might be best to think things over before getting a confederate flag tattoo design. However, if you're already bent on getting one, then you might want to think about the location of your tattoo. If there's a possibility that you will come in contact of a lot of people, then you might try placing it somewhere less seen. However, the choice is basically up to you.

For those who already have rebel flag tattoo designs, they have incorporated the flag into some patterns of their own, dressing it up and improving on the basic design. There are those who wrap it in basketballs, use it as clothes for different characters or wrapped around a football, depending on the person's preference.

Tattoos have created an impact on society in the same way that society has impacted tattoo motifs. Undoubtedly, tattoo designs are something that enthusiasts mull over and examine before ultimately being used. Remember that a tattoo is something that you will live with for a long time. It might be best to think about it first, especially if the tattoo design of your choice has meanings that go further than your own.

Sporting a tattoo is one way of letting people be aware of your inherent personality. It not only serves aesthetic purposes but is also a statement of a person's individuality. Rebel flag tattoo designs - as well as any other design, has a way of telling a person's viewpoint, opinions and ideas without the need for words. This is why it is very important to understand exactly what your tattoo design means, because in some way, it defines you as a person. Happy tattoo hunting! ( By Steve Salvatori )