What are hooverville flags?

Hooverville flags were makeshift flags created by residents of Hoovervilles, which were shantytowns built by homeless people during the Great Depression. These flags often featured slogans expressing frustration and anger towards the government and its failure to address the economic crisis. The term "Hooverville" itself was a derogatory reference to President Herbert Hoover, reflecting the widespread discontent of the time. The flags symbolized both the struggle for dignity and the demand for assistance during a period of severe hardship.