The number "1488" is a widely recognized white supremacist and neo-Nazi symbol combining two numeric codes used by these groups.
- The "14" refers to the "14 Words" slogan coined by American domestic terrorist David Lane: "We must secure the existence of our people and a future for white children." This slogan is a rallying cry for militant white nationalists and neo-Nazis
- The "88" stands for "Heil Hitler," as "H" is the 8th letter of the alphabet, making 88 a numeric code for this Nazi salute
Together, "1488" is used to express white supremacist beliefs and is often found in graffiti, tattoos, screen names, and merchandise within these extremist communities
. The symbol is a dog whistle signaling support for Nazism and white supremacy
. It has been linked to acts of white supremacist terrorism and violence
. In summary, "1488" is a hate symbol combining the "14 Words" white nationalist slogan and the Nazi code "88," representing an endorsement of white supremacist ideology
