Cross Pen's partnering with Eli Adams Jewelers, proudly presents the iconic Thin Blue Line™ Pen, commemorating the service of every Law Enforcement Officer. Each corss is handcrafted using new wood. Also take a look at our other Thin Line Crosses: Product Details. Each stripe of the corss is separate piece of wood. Product Type: Unknown Type. Critics, however, believe the symbol creates a sense of division between police and the communities they serve. We accept returns on any of our standard stock, non custom/made to order items. Please remove the flag from your property. Last updated on Mar 18, 2022.
But the flag has been wrought with controversy, going all the way back to the phrase that inspired it. Your satisfaction is our ultimate goal here at Heroic Defender! 1-2 Week Completion time before shipping. For police officers, accoutrements of their profession are the badge and the uniform, with the thin blue line emblems being a recent addition that can be shared by every citizen who treasures the thin line between peace and chaos.
In 1924, the mayor of Chicago praised the city's police officers as "a 'thin blue line' between crime and our three millions of population, " according to the book. Nolan, who has nearly 30 years of experience in law enforcement, said the controversy that follows the flag is rooted in the "construct" built by police officers "that there is this kind of schism between the good guys and the bad guys. The Pen will come with Special Edition Black Lacquer finish box and lapel pin. I absolutely could care less. Gold plated jewelry is plated heavily with real gold and is warrantied for 1 year from the date of purchase. Each sculpture is cut from 1/8 inch steel plate and then hand polished.
While officers and law enforcement supporters have embraced the image as a source of pride, others see the blue line flag as a banner of defiance. Here's how the simple phrase of the "Thin Blue Line" came to be wrought with so much controversy: The phrase 'Thin Blue Line' dates back to the 1800s in London — but referencing a different color. We may disable listings or cancel transactions that present a risk of violating this policy. Secretary of Commerce. The reflective vinyl decal will reflect very brightly but does cost a bit more, I have outlined the decal in black so that it blends into tinted windows or dark surfaces better. "They know because they are a part of the family, " Bishopp told The Marshall Project. The thin blue line flag features a black and white image of the American flag with the horizontal stripe beneath the field of white stars on the black background. Finally, Etsy members should be aware that third-party payment processors, such as PayPal, may independently monitor transactions for sanctions compliance and may block transactions as part of their own compliance programs. More recently, the phrase became commonplace to refer to police forces. On that list: the banning of any thin blue line flags from San Diego County Sheriff's Department uniforms and patrol vehicles. It will fly proudly to show your patriotism in political events, Independence Day, Labor Day, Patriot Day, Navy Day, Veterans Day, etc. "The political sign in the form of a flag must be removed from your property. We use hand selected U. S. lumber. Shape: 2 pieces, fits together to form 1 flat profile ring.
Controversy followed when the flag was appropriated by White supremacists and neo-Nazis who flew it among a sea of Confederate flags during a rally in Charlottesville, Virginia in 2017. Jack Schaeffer, president of the San Diego Police Officers Association, said he views the thin blue line as nothing more than a show of pride and support for law enforcement. "The heroic identity implicit in 'Thin Blue Line' was just what Parker was after, " they wrote. "He was not able to see his last one born. But Jacob, the flag's creator, argues that such opposition is wholly misplaced. In the rare occurrence that our order volumes are high, please allow up to 8 weeks for delivery. "When they come (into our communities), they see us as criminals, they see us as threats, " he said. Since then, the flag has only come down to replace it when it's worn out and earlier this year, when he had to replace the flag pole on his property. These beautifully hand crafted crosses will make an excellent addition to any home or office. Please allow approximately 1-2 weeks for the product to be completely and properly packaged to be shipped out.
Flag stands and poles NOT included. UncleLouie ARTISTIC ACTIVISM: As a Veteran First Responder, I create products that are works of art. The phrase "caught on with a public always receptive to romantic images of war, and thin red line — sometimes with 'of heroes' added for good measure — became a rhetorical appellation for the British army and British military might and grit generally, " they wrote. Each one is made using high grade outdoor vinyl, Both nonreflective and reflective decals are UV Laminated to ensure long lasting outdoor performance. San Francisco Chief of Police Bill Scott banned officers from wearing face masks with the flag, expressing concern that it could be perceived as "divisive and disrespectful" after the masks had been given to officers by the local police union. Our German Shepherd police dog flag will make an excellent gift to display your best wish and the perfect ornament for outdoor, indoor use, home decoration. Front sealed with a gloss polyurethane. Just like our other products, these Thin Blue Line Crosses are made by First Responders and Veterans! In June 2016 I went a ride along with a police officer in and around the City of Cypress for inspiration.
30% off when you spend $150. Hooks for the optional laser engraved black name plate ($40. ★Highly Reflective Vinyl, Can be seen clearly both Day and Night. Show your Support for our LEOs and their families. The thin blue line flag is entirely consistent with the ideals of freedom and justice. The flag, however, has been adopted by the conservative activists to show solidarity with the police, and it has also been picked up by far-right extremist groups as well. Finish: Black Ion Plated Cross Piece and Blue Ion Plated Top piece. He said that while the thin blue line has been adopted as a form of solidarity, at its root is an idea that separates the public and police.
Use a combination of images and text to share information about this product, and your brand. This policy is a part of our Terms of Use. Although it has great meaning for the fraternal feelings of police officers for others in the profession, it is not reserved for use only by police officers. The imagery of a single blue line on a black-and-white American flag — inspired by the phrase "Thin Blue Line" — has sparked a fiery debate over the role of police and law enforcement. Flag creator Andrew Jacob formed the idea to "give the police a flag to wave" amid the backlash against police officers in light of the deaths of Black men and boys — Eric Garner, Michael Brown, and Tamir Rice — at the hands of the police, Jeff Sharlet wrote in Harper's Magazine. Stand for something with our Thin Blue Line Cross.
He said police need to build "bridges of trust" with the communities they serve. Lifetime Mechanical Warranty. The image was banned by the police chief at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Police Department for officers on duty. FRAMED PRINT - Print comes in thin black plastic frame with glass, 8. The idea is that police are the force that stands between law and order and chaos, the force that safeguards society against disorder. Note: Each Necklace is handcrafted to order.
Check out our full selection of themed flags and bring your favorite ones home today <3. HIDDEN PICTURES: Handgun, shotgun, AR-15, handcuffs, baton, police badge, highway patrol badge, patrol car, cross, two bullets, flashlight, radio, motorcycle, police horse, taser gun, do not cross tape, handshake, police hat, American flag, officer saluting. It carries no special code and is often adapted to clothing design and other items for display. "All gave some; some gave all". Get our email alerts straight to your inbox. All In Faith does not cover the cost of return shipping unless the item was damaged, defective, or incorrectly packaged. The phrase eventually made its way to Los Angeles, notably by former Los Angeles Police chief William Parker. "We did it as a morale booster for each other, not as a political statement, " union president Tony Montoya wrote in an op-ed for Law Enforcement Today.