Who was the first person to make the gesture of V? What does it stand for besides victory?

It is said that the gesture "V sign" became popular during World War II. As early as 196s, soldiers used "V sign" as a gesture symbolizing "peace symbol" and "victory", and it became well known as British Prime Minister Winston Churchill played this gesture with soldiers in front of the media. Later, American President Richard Nixon also learned this gesture, and repeatedly conveyed the message that Americans "love peace" in front of the public, making V sign a household name in the United States.

However, although people all over the world know the meaning of "V sign" today, not everyone can make correct gestures. No, George H. W. Bush, the father of the current US President Bush, once made a famous joke during his presidency. When George H.W. Bush visited Australia, in order to show his friendship, he put on a "V sign" in front of everyone. As a result, instead of winning the favor of Australians, it caused public anger. It turned out that he turned his back to the audience and his palm to himself. Originally, this move was nothing to Americans, but in Australian culture, this gesture has been completely opposite to the meaning of "peace and victory" and has become a dirty action used to swear. It is equivalent to our common gesture of sticking out the middle finger alone-"the finger" (flipping the bird).