At even a glimpse of this photo from The Washington Post, in an article regarding Libya, it is quite evident that it speaks for itself in its ability to demonstrate action and emotion.  It displays a large mob of individuals, who appear foreign to the United States, gathering in protest.  On the left side of the photo a tall man is visible, who is grasping with his fingertips, the top of the American flag. The flag itself is being decimated by a flame; however, it is not from the sole image of the burning flag that this photo becomes a work of expression.  It is from the combination of the burning flag and the unity of the group of protestors that conveys a message of anger, frustration, and civil unrest.

This image is plentiful with elements that contribute to its message.  It can be seen on the right side of the photo that a man in a gray sweatshirt, who is holding the bottom of the burning flag, has a facial expression that emphasizes outrage; as well as, a determination to send a negative message to America and force a reaction.  Despite the prominent elements that make this photo seemingly powerful, the nuances of elements further reinforce its message.  For instance, the image captures an individual in the peripheral on the center, right side, who is holding his cell phone, and additionally, pointing his finger directly towards the American flag, as if he is "accusing" America as being the cause of such a strife. Not to mention, the hand below in the lower right corner, holding a phone in the direction of the flag, suggests that this moment in protest is imperative and it must be recorded, so that it can be seen around the world.