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For that flag every true American has not simply an appreciation, but a deep affection. . . . Hence, it has often occurred that insults to a flag have been the cause of war, and indignities put upon it, in the presence of those who revere it, have often been resented and sometimes punished on the spot.
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1For that flag every true American has not simply an appreciation, but a deep affection
This is a classic example of the No True Scotsman fallacy. The writer is attempting to redefine "American."
No fallacies in the second part, just truth-claims being made. Because the softener words "often" and "sometimes" are used, it is difficult to disagree with the claim or even find it factually incorrect.
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