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Originally Posted by Brian1/75
It's a Hindu/Buddhist symbol. I've seen it throughout China and Korea and I'm sure it can be found in India. Depending where you are you might not. For instance, I doubt Japan has it since they're traditional religion is Shintoism. Even then you have immigrants that may have brought it to Japan.
Ex. http://www.swastika-info.com/images/...ka-society.jpg
Here's a place in Malaysia. These are not neo-nazi's and the symbol has completely different meaning. I should say that when I was talking about cultural context, I was not defending these Marines. I was attacking them. Swastikas and SS symbols are not okay in our culture. And no they are not ancient or historic, it currently has meaning.
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It is not a common sight to find the logo used in asia, bar Korea and maybe certain parts of China and India. Otherwise, its never really seen though.
Just my 20 cents.