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The Jolly Roger, a.k.a. skull and crossbones, is the name generally given to all pirate flags. However, different pirates flew different flags. Pirate flags were used to wage psychological warfare on their enemies. Pirate flags were designed to threaten, intimidate and spread fear & dread amongst all that encountered the pirate. A pirate flag's history was an important element in building the fearsome reputation of the pirate vessel. Many pirate flags had a red or black background. The flag was often embellished with threatening symbols, such as a skull, bones, skeleton, cutlass and hourglass.
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Where does a pirate flag hang on what part of the ship?
Sky deck
What does red flag signify for pirate ship?
No quarter is given to attacked ship. Everyone is to be killed.
Where can I find a pirate flag?
You can find a pirate flag for a miniature ship model at many online stores. I suggest www.amazon.com or www.elizabethan-era.org.uk/pirate-flags.htm to find more information.
What is the skull and crossbones on a pirate ship called?
The Jolly Roger.
What did a red flag on a pirate ship mean?
No mercy for the opposing ship, all would be killed in battle.
What is a 'yellow jacket' in pirate terms?
a yellow flag that warned of illness on the ship
What is the name given to any pirate flag?
The name given to any pirate flag is "Jolly Roger."
What is the name of the back of the pirate ship?
the bow
What is the name of the pirate's flag showing the skull and crossbones?
The Jolly Roger or the Death Flag.
Why is the pirate flag called the jolly roger?
The pirate flag is called the Jolly Roger because "Jolly Roger" is a generic name for the flags flown to identify a pirate ship about to attack. The origin of the term is unknown, but it may have come from the French "joli rouge", meaning "pretty red", referring to the red flags pirates often used.
What could a pirate ship's name be?
The hissing serpant
What is the name of greybeard the pirate's ship?
the saucy sue
