I play my own flag

I play my own flag! said comrade Stalin and ordered the shelling of Mainila ... "
Comrade Molotov


Winter War
On 26 November 1939, the Soviet army shelled Mainila, a Russian village near the Finnish border. Soviet authorities blamed Finland for the attack and used the incident as a pretext to invade Finland, starting the Winter War, four days later.[


The phrase "I play my own flag" does not have a widely recognized, standard definition. It appears to be a unique, personal variation of more common idioms that relate to independence and self-expression.
Based on related expressions and general linguistic context, it most likely means that you follow your own rules, principles, and beliefs instead of conforming to the expectations or norms of a group.
Related idioms
The meaning of "I play my own flag" can be inferred by comparing it to similar, more established expressions:
"Let your freak flag fly": This idiom means to uninhibitedly express your true, unique self and show your quirks without shame. Your phrase appears to use "playing" a "flag" in a similar, but slightly different, sense.
"Following your own path": This is a direct parallel, where you are committed to your own personal journey and not that of others.
Waving a flag: The act of waving a flag can symbolize support for an issue, group, or country. By saying you "play your own flag," you are stating that the entity you support and are loyal to is yourself and your own principles.
Context is key
Since this phrase is not an established idiom, its precise meaning would depend heavily on the context in which it's used. For instance, in a professional setting, it might mean:
"I work based on my own standards."
"I don't play politics or take sides."
"I follow my own unique business strategy."
In a social setting, it might imply:
"I'm an independent person."
"I don't follow the latest trends or fads."
"I do my own thing."
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