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the reason is to know how to separate your ships. to mark a ship from a distance, is very hard unless you have a flag.
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When did flags come into use and why?
Flags originally came into use for military reasons. Flags helped with co-ordination on the battlefield. It was later found that flags were also useful for identification and announcement of allegiances. This made flags incredibly useful on ships.
What does put the flags out mean?
Its something to do with navy ships returning to home ports. (16/17/18 centuries) The ships would fly whatever flags as they entered the harbours. Anyone out there with a naval background elaborate?
What did ships use before SOS?
Flags that meant distress and assistance needed.
Does the federal maritime commission regulate cruise ships carrying foreign flags?
I do not believe so
How many flags did the Mary rose have?
Many dozens. In addition to the Naval Ensigns, the Union flag and the flag of the King (this is why it was called a flag-carrier), all naval ships of this time carried signalling flags which could be used to communicate between ships of the fleet.
When was semaphore flags invented?
The original use of semaphore was invented around 1792 by Claude Chappe. The use of semaphore flags was brought about during the 1800's on ships at sea.
How did ancient seafarers communicate out at sea?
Ancient seafarers used flags that were waved between ships to communicate.
When was don't tread on me flags used?
The Gadsden flag was first used on US Navy ships in 1777.
What is a flag flown by a cruise ship called?
Flags flown by ships are also called ensigns.
What is flown above pirate ships?
Flags, ranging from the iconic Jolly Roger to the white flag of submission
Why are there lots of pirate attacks?
because pirates have mad ships with flags and big canons and really long swords that are sharp
How did tall ships communicate?
At distance they would run up a set of flags - each sequence means a term of statement
