First, lets take a journey back in time...

The Bedford Flag is the oldest known flag in the United States, dating back to the early 1700s. The flag's Latin motto, "Vince Aut Morire," translates to "Conquer or Die." Talk about a bold statement!The flag is named after the town of Bedford, Massachusetts, where it was likely created.The Bedford Flag has a mysterious history, with some accounts claiming it was carried by the Bedford Minutemen Company during the American Revolution.

The flag's design features a crimson background with a central emblem of a sword and a Latin motto.The flag's unique design has inspired other flags and symbols, such as the Massachusetts state flag, which also features a sword and a Latin motto.

It's an amazing piece of history that tells a story of bravery and determination.

The Bedford Flag, a revolutionary relic from the 1770s, is a bold and brazen banner that has been known to make other flags blush. This rebellious rectangle, made of a mix of courage and fabric, depicts an intimidating sword and a Latin motto that says, "Vince Aut Morire," which roughly translates to "Conquer or die" or "Win or die trying."

It's the kind of flag that would make even the bravest of enemies think twice before messing with it's bearer. As the flag has aged, its once vibrant colors have faded, but its spirit remains as strong as ever, much like that one relative who insists on telling the same war stories at every family gathering.


Now, fast forward to today...

The Bedford Flag Reimagned

The Befford Flag

Cryptopher Columbus has created the Befford Flag - Same same energy, but different. In proper form and respect as an ode to the e/acc (effective accelerationism) movement and it's founders beff jezos,and bayeslord the Befford Flag was born.

A flag for the people by the people, a network state relic. The latin words meaning to accelerate or die. The robotic arm and hand is clinging onto a GPU as to say, this we will defend. Our right and freedom to compute and do math. This flag will be preserved in history as a symbol of techno optimism. It will be displayed properly and proud by builders and supporters as we press on in this new era of American Dynamism.

The art now known as the Befford Flag. It's the Bedford flag reimagined for today in our AI and crypto revolution. The name pays homage to Beff Jezos, the founder of e/acc (effective accelerationism), and all builders of today and the future.

This art is meant to symbolize Hope, Acceleration, Decentralization, Techno Optimism, and American Dynamism in a world that is changing fast as technology advances. It supports those who are building the future they want to live in.

The Latin inscription 'Acceleratus Aut Morire' means 'Accelerate or Die'. The robot arm emerging from the clouds represents the future of robotics.

The clouds are also meant to symbolize our digital cloud. The hand of the robot is grasping and securing a GPU to symbolize our human rights and freedom to compute, build, and explore, which we will forever defend. (#LegalizeMath).

As we raise the standard of techno-optimism, let us wield the the reimagined bedford flag, the befford flag as a rallying cry for exponential progress. In the current digital age, we find ourselves at the precipice of unprecedented innovation, where the fusion of technology and human ingenuity propels us towards boundless horizons.

May our ethos of effective acceleration and techno optimism demand that we embrace this moment with unwavering conviction, recognizing that each breakthrough paves the way for a brighter tomorrow.

Just as the Bedford Minutemen stood resolute in the face of uncertainty, so too must we stand firm in our belief that technology is the ultimate force for good.

Let us harness the power of innovation to surmount the challenges of our time, weaving a tapestry of possibility and promise that stretches far beyond the confines of our imagination. Let us embrace American Dynamism and see our beloved nation flourish.

This art was created with the conviction that the future will be as strong as we build it. Let us march boldly into the future, fueled by the relentless pursuit of progress and the unwavering faith that our best days lie ahead.

                                                             - Cryptopher Columbus

 
Here are some then and now parallels for your consideration:

Embrace of Radical Change

• Then: The Bedford Flag, unfurled in the crisp air of revolution, was more than fabric and dye; it was a meme of its era, virally spreading the idea of radical self-determination and innovation against a backdrop of imperial status quo. It was the 18th-century version of a disruptive startup or technology—bold, scrappy, and all that paired with a killer go-to-market strategy: freedom.

• Now: In the vein of Andreessen's famous "software is eating the world," today's technology sector and other sectors such as defense tech and areas of American Dynamism embody the spirit of disruption. Each startup, each line of code, is a declaration of independence from the old ways of doing business, creating new realms of possibility. The Bedford Flag's call to arms resonates in the ethos of Silicon Valley, where challenging the status quo is not just encouraged; it's a business model.

Liberty as Platform

• Then: "Vince Aut Morire" isn't just a cool tattoo idea; it was the original mission statement for a startup nation. The Bedford Flag symbolized a commitment to a platform of liberty, where the user agreement required a pledge not just of allegiance but of life and limb for the promise of user sovereignty.

• Now: Fast forward to the digital age, where technology becomes the new platform for liberty."Acceleratus Aut Morire"Accelerate or Die!  One might argue that the internet, in its vast, sprawling networks, is the ultimate democratizing force, empowering individuals across the globe with information, connectivity, and opportunity. The beffords flag's early promise of empowerment finds its echo in the promise of digital platforms to level playing fields and dismantle gatekeepers.

American Dynamism Reloaded

• Then: The resilience and innovation symbolized by the Bedford Flag were the early indicators of a nation that would not just endure but thrive, shaping its own destiny and eventually leading on the global stage.

• Now: The spirit of American innovation, as seen through the lens of the tech sector, is a direct descendant of that ethos. It's all about pushing boundaries, yes, but also about setting the pace and calling cadence for the global innovation race. America's tech-driven economy is a modern battlefield where victory is being measured in how fast we accelerate towards our quickly changing future.

Adaptation and Resilience

• Then: Facing down the world's most powerful empire with little more than raw determination and muskets, the Bedford Flag's bearers embodied a resilience that would become the hallmark of the American spirit.

• Now: The tech industry's got it's challenges—be it regulation, competition, or innovation—to the revolutionaries' struggle, where resilience is key. The tech sector's ability to pivot, to see regulatory challenges as opportunities for innovation, mirrors the adaptability that the Befford Flag came to symbolize.

The Future Is Ours

• Then: The decision to rally under the Bedford Flag was, in essence, a venture bet on a future that was anything but certain—a startup nation investing all its capital on the hope of a better tomorrow.

• Now: Techno-optimism is, at its core, a series of bets on humanity's capacity to solve the unsolvable. Andreessen's worldview posits that for every problem, there is a technological solution, and that innovation, much like the revolutionary spirit of the Bedford Flag, is an inexhaustible resource.

The journey from the battlefields of Concord to the tech incubators of Silicon Valley is not just a march through time but an evolution of the American spirit of innovation. The Befford Flag, with its timeless call to action, reminds us that the ethos of revolution—challenging the impossible, daring to disrupt, and betting on a better future—is as relevant today in the digital age as it was at the dawn of American independence!

Resources

You may see some terms above and wonder about them, here are some good resources to learn more about them:

Effective Accelerationism

e/acc - effective accelerationism is a movement that was founded by beff jezos who is also known as and bayeslord which aims to follow the will of the universe. At its core, effective accelerationism embraces the idea that social problems can be solved purely with advances in technology, rather than by messy human deliberation. “We're trying to solve culture by engineering,” - Guillaume Verdon

Learn more about e/acc - notes on e/acc

@beffjezos
@bayeslord

 Here is an X list to follow: e/acc

Extropic is Guillaume Verdon's company working on the next era of computing.

Techno Optimism

Marc Andreesen one of the founding fathers of the internet as we know it wrote the Techno-Optimist Manifesto. It's an outstanding essay and work of art that outlines the essense of Techno Optimism

Read the manifesto here: The Techno-Optimist Manifesto
Read the pmarca blog archives here: @pmarca blog archive

Here is a list on X to follow: Tech Optimism

American Dynamism community on X

American Dynamism

"American Dynamism embodies the spirit of innovation, progress, and resilience that drives the United States forward. This powerful force is exemplified by groundbreaking achievements in technology and innovation, shaping both our nation and the global landscape. It reflects the American commitment to pushing boundaries, embracing challenges, and always striving for a brighter, more prosperous future. Investing in visionary founders and teams tackling the world’s most pressing problems is essential to fueling this dynamic spirit and ensuring continued progress for generations to come."

Learn all about here: American Dynamism

 
Check out the community on X American Dynamism

The American Dynamism 50

Here is an X list to follow: AD50

 

Shift.org
Shift's mission is to strengthen the defense-industrial partnership that supports the nation's economic vitality and national security. Shift.org serves the government, hiring partners, and transitioning military. Shift.org's programs include career transition assistance and the Defense Ventures program, which identifies emerging innovators in the US.

I also highly recommend watching this video below with an amazing speech that will sum it all up and leave you ready to take a stand and charge hell with a squirt gun.

 

The very same day American business leaders were in San Francisco “delivering China a propaganda coup” as stated in the WJS editorial, “U.S. CEOs on the Chinese menu,” there was an event on the other coast, in our nation’s capital, attended by the largest gathering of venture… pic.twitter.com/j0wMwzySJJ

— Mike (@MikeSlagh) November 30, 2023

The very same day American business leaders were in San Francisco “delivering China a propaganda coup” as stated in the WJS editorial, “U.S. CEOs on the Chinese menu,” there was an event on the other coast, in our nation’s capital, attended by the largest gathering of venture… pic.twitter.com/j0wMwzySJJ

— Mike (@MikeSlagh) November 30, 2023

 

 

 

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This artwork has also been inscribed on the Bitcoin Blockchain and made into a project that will allow for 1776 copies of it to be minted. You can find that here
The Bedford Flag Reimagined

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