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Hilson \u201cFlag Man\u201d Joseph, a familiar figure draped in the red, blue, yellow, white and black of Antigua and Barbuda\u2019s flag, marked his birthday on Saturday with an outpouring of tributes across the island.<\/p>

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Known for his boundless energy and patriotic displays at cricket matches, Carnival parades and community events, Joseph has become a walking emblem of national pride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Social media was awash with birthday messages, as supporters shared photos and stories of his presence at cultural celebrations. One admirer summed it up: \u201cFlag Man is Carnival. Flag Man is cricket. Flag Man is Antigua.\u201d<\/p>

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True to form, Joseph is believed to have spent the day doing what he does best \u2014 waving the national flag with pride.<\/p>

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