Nearly 200,000 flags have been placed in the National Mall before the president-elect Joe Biden
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The inaugural presidential committee first announced plans to install the public art exhibit, which includes flags representing all U.S. states and territories, on Jan. 11.
The screen lit up on Sunday evening.
200,000 flags have been placed in the #NacionalMall representing people from all over the world who would gather for # Inauguration of President Biden and Vice President Harris.
He #fieldofflags it is illuminated by 56 pillars of light representing the states and territories of America. @BidenInaugural pic.twitter.com/ZJdxh8J1w7
– Brandon Chaderton (@Bran_InTheArena) January 19, 2021
“This inauguration marks a new chapter for the American people: one of healing, of union, of union, of a united America,” said Tony Allen, CEO of the inaugural presidential committee. “It’s time to turn the page on this time of division. The inaugural activities will reflect our shared values and remind us that we are stronger together than we are apart, as our motto ‘e pluribus unum’ reminds us, of many, one. “
The “Flag Field” delivery covers the National Mall from 3rd Street to 13th Street in downtown Washington, DC
We will install about 200,000 state and territorial flags that will cover the entire national mall #Opening Day!
Become a symbolic sponsor of these flags and make a donation to the associated charities. pic.twitter.com/DK78iZX1qO
– Biden Opening Committee (@BidenInaugural) January 18, 2021
Banner sponsors will receive special digital materials, including an exclusive sponsorship certificate, the inaugural presidential committee said.
The committee plans a virtually virtual inauguration this year due to public health issues related to the coronavirus pandemic and what police officials have said poses a higher risk of political violence ahead of the event. There is an increased security presence throughout the city following the deadly riot at the Capitol earlier this month.
In September, 20,000 American flags were placed at the National Mall in memory of the more than 200,000 Americans who had died as a result of the pandemic.