What are the 3 types of military flags?

There are three main types of flags in the military are:

• Maritime Flags.
• Service Flags.
• Personal Flags.

Can civilians fly military flags?

Displaying Military Flags While there is no authorization for the flags of the five services to be flown by civilians—veterans, the families of active duty personnel and others fly them to show their pride in our military and the service branches they symbolize.

What order should military flags be displayed?

The order of precedence when displaying military flags together is Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard. Except that Coast Guard moves up right behind Navy when the Coast Guard serves as a service of the Dept of the Navy in time of war.

What are the military flags?

US Military Flags & Service Flags

Should military flags be lit at night?

The Flag Code states it is the universal custom to display the flag only from sunrise to sunset on buildings and on stationary flag staffs in the open. However, when a patriotic effect is desired, the flag may be displayed 24 hours a day if properly illuminated during the hours of darkness.

What branch goes into war first?

The Marines
The Marines are often the first on the ground in combat situations, leading the charge when conflict arises. They also serve on Navy ships, protect Naval bases and guard U.S. embassies.

What is a canton on a flag?

What part of a flag is the canton? Technically the canton can be any quarter of the flag. In modern flag design it usually refers to the top left corner (upper hoist), which is the position of honor. The canton of the US flag is also called the Union – the blue background where the 50 stars are sewn or appliqued.

What is the size of a desk top flag?

Welcome to our page for miniature desk top flags. Our stick flags measure 4 in x 6 in and are attached to a 10 in staff. They are available for USA States, Countries, Historical and Military. Matching table bases are also available to display the flags. The table top flags are also available in collector sets with special display bases.

Can I display the flags on a table top?

Matching table bases are also available to display the flags. The table top flags are also available in collector sets with special display bases. We also have special Executive table top American flags for your executive office.

What is the size of a stick flag?

Our stick flags measure 4 in x 6 in and are attached to a 10 in staff. They are available for USA States, Countries, Historical and Military. Matching table bases are also available to display the flags. The table top flags are also available in collector sets with special display bases.