Amid several reports of flag burnings outside of the Wells Fargo Arena in Philadelphia, one man decided enough was enough.
A tug-of-war erupted as the black man got into a heated battle with someone who was trying to burn the American flag amid protests at the Democratic National Convention.
Burnt flag. Man in blue won’t let go until the “commies do,” said they have to pry it from his dead hands. #DNC pic.twitter.com/YspNYMizyO
— Cassandra Fairbanks (@CassandraRules) July 28, 2016
The man in blue stood his ground against the masked man who presumably owned the flag. He said he would not let go of the flag until the “commies” did.
“Then take it from me, commie,” he said to the other man.
Fight for the burnt flag #DNCDisaster pic.twitter.com/RGXEV7t0Xo
— Cassandra Fairbanks (@CassandraRules) July 28, 2016
The stand-off turned into a tug-of-war, and it appeared the “commies” were victorious this time.
Tug of war over the burnt flag outside #DNC pic.twitter.com/b3G0PSYALt
— Cassandra Fairbanks (@CassandraRules) July 28, 2016
“You commies cannot have my flag!” Vermin Supreme acts at neutral arbiter. https://t.co/jZ1oW4ApKY
— Garrick Butler (@butleriano) July 28, 2016
As for the hero trying to save the flag, he supports Republican nominee Donald Trump and said the disrespectful actions of the protesters “sickens me.”
“I’m voting for Donald Trump. I’m trying to make America great again, and hopefully he’ll put these commies in jail,” he said.
The man who tried like hell to stop the flag from being burnt, he’s a trump supporter #DNCDisaster pic.twitter.com/2pldqbDLWS
— Cassandra Fairbanks (@CassandraRules) July 28, 2016
Though it was not clear, there was speculation that the burn marks on his face were received from trying to protect the burning flag.
@Gonzoisfun @CassandraRules yes
— Brochacho broseph (@SDmotoBRO583) July 28, 2016
@CassandraRules This guy is a hero,yesterday his face was not burned, HE BURNED IT TRYING TO SAVE THE US FLAG! LOOK!https://t.co/AOjyU33XH0
— Oli (@OliMauritania) July 28, 2016
@CassandraRules @ChristianaCunni brave kid, he looks like he needed medical attention. Risked this 2 save the symbol of our freedom!Godbless
— sabrena Wardle (@auntbea23) July 29, 2016
He found plenty of gratitude and praise on social media.
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@CassandraRules thank u sir for defending the flag ..
— leslie lopez (@gamby5150) July 28, 2016
@CassandraRules whats the guy’s twitter? this patriot should be praised as a national hero and get support from Trump supporters! @EricTrump
— Oli (@OliMauritania) July 29, 2016
@CassandraRules Smart man. Unbelievable courage.
— Joey (@POTUS__DJT) July 28, 2016
@CassandraRules How refreshing is that? A young man proud of his country!
— Barry Gurney (@writeinussenate) July 28, 2016
@CassandraRules @Rockprincess818 this man made me proud to be a American. Very heart felt, and he is right
— Bo (@jaildonkey) July 29, 2016
@CassandraRules @mpbarone911 God Bless n keep you hun, so sorry you got burned defending honour of #USA. Much Respect to you, God Bless USA
— linda waldroup (@starlite20122) July 28, 2016
@CassandraRules @JaredWyand Whoever you are young fellow, thank you and God Bless you. You are a hero!
— deborah green (@NewaiGreen) July 29, 2016
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