In the Age of Hawk vs Dove, the Crane Rises
Operation Peace Crane is a grassroots project designed to spread the the
Origami Peace Crane throughout the physical and cyber world. Since its
invention centuries ago, with roots dating back even further, the paper
crane has been by far the most popular fold, and has come to symbolize
peace around the world. Most notably, thousand-linked cranes are delivered
to atomic bomb sites and Hiroshima and Nagasaki, as the need for a nuclear-free,
peaceful world becomes more relevant yet.
Normally, origami cranes are folded using colorful origami paper, and
traditional patterns. We hereby propose a new movement by spreading the
crane with camouflage patterns of military around the world. Using the
camouflage on the cranes represents the irony of war and peace that are
inherent in our society, as if one cannot exist without the other. Today,
we must confront the stark reality that the military complex is a worldwide
industry, sponsored by the government (not to mention tax payers), which
in turn supports the lifestyles of the unassuming public. We must not
forget that we share equal responsibility in the proliferation of arms
in the world today . We also understand that the mere presence of military
force overseas alarm the foreign citizens and governments, instead of
stabilizing politically volatile areas. Upon further introspection into
the history of camouflage, its evolution and adaptation of design to the
ever-changing political balance is parallel to the way humans have adjusted
to the economical needs of the world, only to stray away from values of
nature, ironically. It must also be noted that the camouflage patterns
used herein do not represent any political messages, except for those
calling for immediate and everlasting peace.
Reality is not immutable like a rock, rather it is dynamic like water.
Although it may be a strong force, we can shape the future by taking part
in it, no matter how small the drop. We sincerely hope that this project,
done literally by the hands of the people, would reach the hearts of those
who desperately seek peace, as we speak. Lastly, the only way to reach
true peace will not come from agitated fear, but from true knowledge and
inner peace.
Shing02
Februray 2013
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