FLAGS OF PRINCIPAL MARITIME NATIONS

NOTE On a flagship where the commander’s personal flag has been hauled down and re- placed by a commission pennant, the chief of staff’s absentee pennant is not displayed. FLAGS OF PRINCIPAL MARITIME NATIONS LEARNING OBJECTIVE: List some of the flags of the principal maritime nations. Figure 10-8 shows flags and ensigns of some principal maritime nations. Unlike the practice in the United States, a number of countries have ensigns different from their national flags. although color patterns generally remain constant. SUMMARY In this chapter you have learned about the basic honors and ceremonies. You have learned of the different rules that govern the display of ensigns and how to determine the appropriate size of ensigns for your ship. You have learned how to challenge small boats at night and the meaning of flagstaff ornaments. You have learned the procedures for returning a dip and which countries are not entitled to a dip. You have learned the rule for the display of personal flags and pennants, the commission pennant, the U.S. Navy flag, the United Nations flag, plus much more. 10-23