**** Extremist Symbols, Logos and Tattoos ****
**** Catltic Cross ****
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Symbol Type |
General Racist Symbol |
Also Known As |
"Odin’s Cross" |
Traditional Use/Origins |
The symbol for the Celts of ancient Ireland and Scotland; also used as a Christian symbol |
Hate Group/Extremist Organization |
Neo-Nazis, White Supremacists |
Extremist Meaning or Representation |
International white pride |
Background/History |
This is one of the most popular symbols for neo-Nazis and white supremacists. First popularized by the Ku Klux Klan, the symbol was later adopted by the National Front in England and other racists such as Don Black on his Web site, Stormfront, and the racist band Skrewdriver to represent international "white pride." It is also known as Odin’s Cross. It is important to note that the Celtic Cross is used widely today in many mainstream and cultural contexts. No one should assume that a Celtic Cross, divorced from other trappings of extremism, automatically denotes use as a hate symbol. |