Symbol Type

Racist Group

Symbol Description

Crosstar

Also Known As

Hungarian Arrow-Cross; Victory Flag; Battle Flag

Traditional Use/Origins

Symbol has been used by Hungarian ultra-nationalists. It is said to have originated with infantrymen in Vietnam who used the symbol as a call to victory.

Hate Group/Extremist Organization

The Nationalist Movement

Extremist Meaning or Representation

See Below

Background/ History

The Crosstar, in red, white and blue, is the official symbol of this white supremacist, anti-immigrant, anti-gay organization whose members claim to assert allegiance to democratic, pro-government ideals. The group operates out of Mississippi and its current "first officer" of record is Richard Barrett.