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The internationally recognized symbol for peace was originally designed for the British nuclear disarmament movement by Gerald Holtom in 1958. He was an artist and graphic designer. Eric Austen (1922--1999) adapted Holtom's designs to ceramic lapel badges.

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The peace symbol adopted by counter-culture and anti-war activists was designed for the British Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament. The peace symbol is widely recognized as a popular symbol.

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Sir Winston Churchill would make a sign of V with two fingers meaning "Victory" he did this all during WWll to keep up the morale of the people and the soldiers.

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Gerald Holtom in 1958.

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