This week’s episode of Iconic America features the Gadsden Flag.  Discover how the “Don’t Tread on Me” flag, once a potent symbol of independence, has been co-opted by a variety of Americans over its long history. 

America’s story of independence would not be complete without mentioning civil rights, the Civil Rights Movement, and Georgia’s iconic place in that history.  GPB has some fantastic original content to dive deeper into this topic.  Brimming with comprehensive content, including 14 videos, primary source images and documents, compelling photo galleries, interactive maps, artwork, music, and more, this virtual collection includes an engaging exploration of some of the most significant events of the Civil Rights Movement.  Check it out here. 

If you’re looking for a great podcast to learn about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., check out this list.  He is an icon, not just for Georgia, but for the country and the world, and we are just glad we can take a moment to celebrate his iconic legacy.  You can also learn a brief overview of his life in this short video.