Definition
The Flag Run is the ceremonial procession in which designated riders or participants carry the event’s banner or flag during a Courir de Mardi Gras.
History
Flag-bearing has long identified organized Carnival groups.
Origins
Inspired by military and civic standards.
Evolution
Modern runs help organize and identify participating groups.
Modern Use
Performed before or during Courir activities.
Notable Examples
Traditional Cajun Courirs.
Documentation
Sources and Further Reading
- Carnival Encyclopedia