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Flags
The histories, meanings, and descriptions of the flags of the Countries of the World and the etiquette of using them.
6,955 Questions
How many stars were on the flag when the US joined as a state?
shut up sucker star, so you are a sucker dumb one's.
The designer of the 50 star flag?
The 50 star flag was designed by Robert G. Heft. To find out more information on him, check out the related link.
The United States Army Institute of Heraldry designed the 50-star flag. Mr. Heft's design was one of many that were offered by US citizens. Heft was not the only one to suggest the pattern that was eventually selected, but he was the only one to self-aggrandize his effort.
What state is represented by the first star on the first US Flag?
The 13 stars of the first US flag represent the original 13 colonies which became the United States as a result of the Revolutionary War, but the stars do not have individual identities; all 13 of the original states have equal precedence. They created the US simultaneously, not one at a time.
The 1st State is considered to be Rhode Island, as it was the first to ratify the US Constitution, though it didn't become effective until 7 states had ratified it.
Where did Betsy Ross get the idea for the US flag design?
Contrary to the popular story, there is no historical evidence that Betwy Ross designed a U. S. flag. There are receipts showing that she did sew some flags for the Navy.
What color is usually used to represent the British empire on maps during the age of imperialism?
RED!
Where and when was Football played?
What does the Nazi flag represent?
If you mean the soldier's uniforms then I might be able to help.
German uniforms came in HUGE varieties and combinations, unlike most armies which tried to create an all purpose uniform for all troops (British Battle-Dress).
German uniforms sometimes came in different colours depending on what type of unit or service they were for, the most I can remember are:
- Feldgrau (fieldgrey) - Standard colour for regular army clothing
- Black - Panzer crews or SS (political, not for field wear), also found in the Kriegsmarine (Navy)
- Blue - Luftwaffe, airmen, LW ground troops, anything & everything to do with them
- Brown - Tends to be found on Nazi party uniforms (NSDAP, SA), though also main colour of M44 field uniform (major deviation from traditional designs and colours)
Camo - The German's were one of the best camo pioneers in the world, and they had a large variety of camo patterns:
- Splinter - One of Germany's 1st patterns found on the Zeltbahn 31 and usually Luftwaffe (Splinter A) and regular army (Wehrmacht/Heer - Splinter B) smocks.
- Oak Leaf - Used predominantly by the SS and Waffen-SS
- Dot 44 - WSS & SS
- Plane tree - WSS & SS
There are others I can't remember but if you research the names there's plenty of information. I hope this has helped.
Additional Answer
If the questioner is referring to the various colours used on the shoulder straps, headgear, etc., of military uniforms, rather than the colour of the uniforms themselves, then these are referred to as 'waffenfarben' or 'arm of service colours.
These colours were used to identify the branch of a service to which the wearer belonged. This subject is quite extensive, so a full answer is impossible in the space available but, by way of example, for the Army, white indicated infantry, pink indicated panzer, etc. For the Luftwaffe, yellow indicated aircrew or paratroops, red indicated anti-aircraft artillery, etc.
In the case a paramilitary organsations, such as the SA, etc., these colours were used to indicate the regions in which a unit was based, or the function of the individual, etc. Again, too big a topic to cover in this space.
What time of the day should the flag be displayed?
Flying the U.S. flag upside down is recognized as a distress signal and a request for assistance or rescue.
Flying any flag upside-down is a sign of great disrespect for what that flag represents. When it's the flag of a country, flying it upside-down is often the sign of anarchy or other anti-government ideals. That or as a distress signal.
What is the Texas state pledge?
The Texas Pledge:
"Honor the Texas Flag of 1836; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one and indivisible."
According to The Handbook of Texas Online, "In 1933 the legislature passed a law establishing rules for the proper display of the flag and providing for a pledge to the flag: "Honor the Texas Flag of 1836; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one and indivisible." The pledge erroneously referred to the 1836 national flag, known as David G. Burnet's flag, instead of the Lone Star Flag. Senator Searcy Bracewell introduced a bill to correct this error in 1951, but the legislature did not delete the words "of 1836" until 1965."
The pledge from 1965 till Jun 15, 2007 was:
"Honor the Texas Flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one and indivisible."
House Bill 1034 amended the pledge again with House Bill 1034, which went into effect on Jun 15, 2007 to read:
"Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."
What connection does the meaning of 'Jack' have with flags?
The connection between the flag (also known as the ensign onboard naval ships) and the jack is this: Until after Sept. 11, 2001, the jack for the US Navy was the blue star field of the national ensign. Post 9-11 it became the "Don't tread on me" flag made famous during the American Revolution. The ensign is flown from ALL comissioned vessels in the US Navy (USS) and on United States Naval Ships (USNS) when at berth or anchor at the stern of the ship. When the vessel is underway it is flown from the mast. The jack is flown from the jackstaff on the fore of the ship, but only when it is at anchor or berth.
How many stars on the American flag during the civil war?
33, 34, and 35. There were 33 stars on the US flag when shots were fired on Ft. Sumter on April 12, 1861 starting the Civil War. Kansas joined the US in January 1861 for a total of 34 stars on July 4th 1861. In June 1863, during the Civil War West Virginia joined the US adding one more star, totaling 35 stars on July 4th 1863. Then on October 31, 1864 Nevada joined the US adding yet another star for a total of 36 stars on July 4th 1865. But, the Civil War ended during April & May 1865 with General Lee's surrender and CSA President Jefferson Davis' capture. The 36 star US flag was not yet the official flag. During the Civil War and after the formation of the Confederate States of America, US President Abraham Lincoln refused to reduce the number of stars on the flag of the United States of America.
How do delagates get chosen for a state convention?
Delegates are chosen by State Primaries and caucuses!
Fiji's flag represents many things. The shield is the country's coat of arms. The blue background on the flag represents the very important Pacific Ocean. The Union Jack in the upper left corner represents the ties the island has with the UK. The shield is the country's coat of arms.
When was the Hawaiian flag officially adopted?
The flag in use today is the eight stripe version of the 1816 flag with the order of stripes as White, Red, Blue, White, Red, Blue, White and Red. It was standardized in 1843 and was named the Official State Flag in 1959..
I do believe most Americans call the flag OLE GLORY. But now days and i personally believe it is a shame that a large percentage(mostly new citizens from other countries) do not salute or stand for it.
Who made first flag of Poland?
The Polish parliament was to accept white-red banner as the official one, but actually those colours derive from white eagle on the red setting-sun background this combination is known since time immemorial (more than 1000 yrs)
What does the englad flag look like that john Cabot sail for?
John Cabot was born in Italy. He explored and served under King Henry VII who was the ruler of the country of England.
Which bodies of water did the union ship occupy as part of the union blockade?
mississippi river, cumberland river, rivers around both capitals, altantic ocean. the union broke the interational code honoring the territory of america's main line of supply, the mississippi.lincoln knew what he was doing when he observed the logic of scott's andoconda plan.
What does the English flag look like?
It has a yellow sun, and in the backround there is blue and white wavy lines and then a red cross and then red diagnol lines coming out from that and white is around that and blue is in the backround and there is a crown in the middle of the red cross! The red cross is squished in the top. It's confusing but just go to Google Images and type in "British Columbia's Flag" to see what I mean!
Why does Wales have a different flag to England?
Wales is not a kingdom. The flag of the United Kingdom includes crosses representing England, Scotland, and Ireland, all of which were kingdoms in their own right prior to being United under the British crown.
Comment:
Incorrect answer. Wales was a kingdom until the assasination of the Welsh king, Llywelyn ap Gruffydd, in 1282.
Why is the Texas flag side by side the American flag?
TEXAS Flag is the only United States (State Flag) that is allowed to fly at equal height as the United States Flag. All other State flags must according to Federal Law fly below the top height of the U.S flag.
What does the white stripe on the Guatemala flag represent?
Meaning of the Guatemalan Flag:
In the Guatemalan flag's coat of arms, the crossed rifles indicate Guatemala's willingness to defend itself by war if need be; while the olive branches symbolize the preferred peace. The sky blue stripes represent the fact that Guatemala is located between the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, and the white stripe stands for the purity of the country's values and peace posted by John :)
