Peace Symbol - History, Meaning, and Cultural Significance #1869431 (License: Personal Use)

This black-and-white peace symbol, designed in 1958 by British artist Gerald Holtom for the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND), combines semaphore signals for “N” and “D” (Nuclear Disarmament) within a circle. Its minimalist geometry and stark contrast have made it one of the most recognizable symbols worldwide, adopted by counterculture movements, human rights campaigns, and peace initiatives across generations.

Used on websites, educational materials, protest signage, merchandise, and social media to convey anti-war sentiment, pacifism, or solidarity; ideal for pages about history, activism, symbolism, or cultural icons.