RNC CONVENTION: The Six UNC Students Who Saved Our Flag

Milwaukee, WI (RNC 2024) — At the RNC Convention, fraternity brothers from the University of North Carolina (UNC) received accolades for their courageous act of saving the American flag from protesters. The incident, which took place on the UNC campus, showcased the students' deep sense of patriotism and respect for the nation's symbol.
The fraternity brothers, Jack, William, Kenneth, and Tyler, recounted their experiences. "I was coming back from my last class of the day and saw the protesters gathered around the flagpole. When I saw them start to take the flag down, I knew I had to act," Jack said. "It wasn't about making a statement; it was about doing what's right."
The brothers immediately intervened when they noticed the flag being disrespected. "We love our country, and we don't want to see our flag being taken down for any political statement," William explained. "We just held up the flag because it's the symbol of the freedoms we enjoy, including the freedom to protest."
The group emphasized that their actions were not politically motivated but were driven by a deep respect for the American flag and the values it represents. "It's sad that loving your country has become a political issue," Kenneth remarked. "Being patriotic should be inherent to everyone, regardless of their political stance."
Tyler shared his motivation, noting the importance of recognizing and honoring the sacrifices made by those who served in the military. "My dad is a veteran, and many in our families have served. Disrespecting our nation's symbol felt very wrong to us," he said.
The fraternity brothers' act of patriotism has gained not only attention but also admiration from many, including veterans. "What you did honors the sacrifices of those who have served," said a retired warrant officer. "As someone who has lost friends in combat, I am so proud of you guys."
The UNC students stressed that their actions were instinctive and that they would have done the same regardless of the attention received. "We would have done it again in a heartbeat," Jack concluded. "At the end of the day, we did what we thought was right."
Their story serves as a reminder of the values and freedoms that the American flag represents and the importance of standing up for those principles. The fraternity brothers' bravery and patriotism have left a lasting impact, inspiring others to respect and honor the flag and what it stands for.