Peace Symbol - History, Meaning, and Cultural Impact #2188230 (License: Personal Use)

This high-contrast depiction features the internationally recognized peace symbol (CND symbol), designed in 1958 by Gerald Holtom for the British Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament. Its three-segmented circle combines semaphore signals for “N” and “D” (Nuclear Disarmament) within a circle representing unity and wholeness. Over decades, it has evolved into a broader emblem of anti-war movements, counterculture, and global solidarity.

Used on protest signs, apparel, digital campaigns, and educational materials to convey pacifism, social justice, and youth activism; ideal for pages about history of protest symbols, peace studies, or cultural iconography.