"They are symbols of national pride and don't operate like a normal company," he added.

The school quickly became a symbol of civic pride in the neighborhood and a major community anchor.

They all served as symbols of pride, achievement and possibility.

They have a passion for football sometimes seen as a symbol of unity and pride.

To the French, however, it was a symbol of national pride.

In his native Scotland, he has become a symbol of regional cultural pride.

For many Germans, the mark is a symbol of national pride.

Sports teams are often the most visible symbols of pride in any city.

Later the design was adopted by the town council as a symbol of civic pride.