Comments on: Did Betsy Ross Design the First American Flag?

By: trucker105

trucker105 — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 13:12:21 +0000

i would love to find a flag maker who only makes and sells american made by american.is that possible?so many shops hire illegals,and buy china or other off the wall junk.if we only make one thing in america today,let it be the united states of america flag!!!!

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Akkuschrauber Makita — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 10:21:01 +0000

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By: Donna Simington

Donna Simington — Thu, 19 May 2011 23:45:33 +0000

By: Carl Nash

Carl Nash — Thu, 19 May 2011 15:18:35 +0000

David, I just came across your question and, since you posted it 1 1/2 years ago, do not know if you ever received a reply. What you have is a Navy Union jack, a flag, up until 9-11-2002, flown from the jack staff at the bow of every commissioned U.S. Navy ship whenever at anchor, bouyed out or tied to a pier. It represents the states just as the blue starred field on the national flag. Since your flag only has 48 stars, it predates Hawaii and Alaska’s entry into the union but rather dates from 1912 thru 1959. The starred jack was replaced (9-11-2002) by the “1st” Navy jack, a banner bearing 13 red and white stripes, an elongated rattlesnake diagonally placed and the motto “Dont Tread On Me” at the bottom. This jack is to fly until the end of the war on terror. It is said to have been the battle flag of Commadore Hopkins of the Continental Navy during our Revolutionary War. Along with the Stars and Stripes, it flies from the pole in my front yard. Hope this helps. Carl

By: Joe

Joe — Sun, 01 May 2011 22:12:34 +0000

I am giving flags as gifts. I want nice flags, durable, but not so pretty that they won’t be flown, 3×5 or 4×6, what do you recommend?
Thank you,
Joe

By: John Sparacino

John Sparacino — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 14:05:48 +0000

Speaking as a professional flagman. There is no rule. Its a dealers choice so to speak. Based on your pole size. A 2′ by 3′ would work OK. Some use a 12″ x 18″ flag. Or if you really wish to show your colors flya 3′ x 5′ or a 4′ x 6′. Remember it is the material you use that will do the best job. A 2 ply poly is your best source. Nylons are good also and have a better color to them. These both come in embroidered stars. Pure Poly do not last long andare printed. Hope this is of some help. John

By: Lawrence Fury

Lawrence Fury — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 19:49:15 +0000

I am looking for the 52 star flag (replica okay) from the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode: “The Royale” in order to play a good nature prank on my friend. If someone could help me out with this or obtaining a similiar fictional flag, please contact me. Thank you.

By: Bob Holmes

Bob Holmes — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 22:25:36 +0000

Would love it if some one tell me the rule for choosing the size of a flag related to the length of a boat? My boat is 15 1/2 feet long. Thx Bob

By: Tim

Tim — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 20:36:13 +0000

Hi, Fran, First of all, I'm sorry to hear about your husband. Please accept my sincere condolences. The flag of which you speak is most likely 5ft. x 9.5ft., which is the standard size of flags used to cover caskets. Here's a link to some cases. Please let me know if there's anything else I can help you with -- Thanks

By: Fran Powless

Fran Powless — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 19:36:57 +0000

What is the size of the cotton flag used on the coffins of service veterns. My husband passed away and I want to order a case (triangle shaped) for the flag.
Do not know the correct size.
Would appreciate a response,
Thank you
Fran