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Title |
A and S Maritime Signal Flags |
Object Name |
Flag |
Description |
Four Maritime Signal Flags. Flags are used as the International Code of Signals (ICS) in naval communication. 1-2. Two swallowtail shaped flags of white and blue. Flag means "A" or "Alpha". When flown alone it has the following meaning: "I have a diver down; keep well clear at slow speed". Flags are approximately 6' x 5' with slightly frayed edges. A halyard line is attached to one end of the heading. 3-4. One rectangular shaped and one square shaped flag of white with a blue square center. Flags mean "S" or "Sierra". When flown alone it has the following meaning: "I am operating astern propulsion". Flag is approximately 6' x 5' with heavily frayed edges. A halyard line is attached to one end of the heading. |
Accession Number |
2016.45 |
Object ID |
2016.45.09 |
Source |
Kitts, Keith |
Provenance |
From Bethlehem Steel, Sparrows Point Mill and Shipyard. |
Caption |
2016.45.09.2 |
Collection |
Bethlehem Steel Corporation |
Site Name |
Bethlehem Steel Sparrows Point Plant & S |
Site # |
0001 |