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Ships "flagged" in the U.S. must operate under the maritime laws of the U.S. which are much more stringent than the laws of most all other countries. Additionally, the officers and a certain percentage of the crew must be members of the U.S. maritime unions which demand a MUCH highr wage and salary. Bottom line; pure economics.
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What was the flag on the ships in the First Fleet?
The ships of the First Fleet carried the British flag.
What are ships to ship signal flag communications?
It is a semaphore. They use flag signals to communicate with other ships.
Under which flag did he guerriere sail?
The Guerriére sailed the American flag in the war of 1812.The Guerriére got sunk by the USS Constitution.
What flag is raised first the American flag or you battalion flag?
American flag
What year was the first flag invented?
The first flag was invented in 1775. A Liberty Tree flag was flown on American ships through the New England waters. It had a white background with a green pine tree and said " An Appeal to Heaven".
What cruise ships fly under American flag?
Several cruise lines operate ships that fly the American flag, including major companies like Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean International, and Norwegian Cruise Line. These vessels are often built in U.S. shipyards and meet specific regulations to be eligible for American registry. Additionally, smaller lines such as American Cruise Lines and Windstar Cruises also feature ships registered in the U.S.
Are there any cruise ships flying only the American flag how many cruise ships operate under the American flag?
There are only a handful of commercial cruise ships that are American flagged. The only ships owned by a major cruise line are operated by Norwegian Cruise Lines America. There are only three. Oceanic, the former Independence and United States are not in service. Oceanic is somewhere in Asia awaiting her fate by sale and SSUS is in Philadelphia laid up. Anyone wanting a more complete listing may contact the US Maritime Administration. www.marad.dot.gov
Can a cruise ship sail from an American port to a non American under the American flag?
Yes
What flag does the Disney cruise line sail under?
The Disney Cruise Line sails under the flag of the Bahamas. This choice allows the cruise line to operate under Bahamian maritime laws while providing a unique experience for its guests. The ships are registered in Nassau, the capital of the Bahamas, which is a common practice among many cruise lines.
What country flag does Disney cruise sail under?
Buttflaps
What is a flag flown by a cruise ship called?
Flags flown by ships are also called ensigns.
What flag does Disney cruise ship fly under?
Bahamas!
Who was the first president born under the American flag?
To date. None. There is no such thing as the American flag
First president born under the American flag?
"Martin Van Buren, the eighth president, was the first to be born under the American flag." pg. 273 of THE AMERICAN PAGEANT textbook, 12th edition.
What was the flag on the ships in the First Fleet?
The ships of the First Fleet carried the British flag.
What country's ships fly under the union jack?
Ships of the United Kingdom will fly under the Union 'Jack' (Union Flag) along with a 'Red Duster' (Red Ensign). Also, ships of other British Sovereign Territories (ex-empire) eg. Bermuda, Bahamas will also use the Union 'Jack' as well as their own flag.
What are ships to ship signal flag communications?
It is a semaphore. They use flag signals to communicate with other ships.
