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Red Ensign 5’x3′ Flag
Red Ensign 5’x3′ Flag
History of the Flag
The Red Ensign, colloquially known as the "Red Duster," serves as the civil ensign for the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. This ensign stands among the various British ensigns and finds application in its plain form or embellished with a badge or charge, typically situated in the right section.
Since 1707, this flag has been hoisted by British merchant and passenger ships. Before 1707, distinct red ensigns were raised: an English red ensign and a Scottish red ensign, utilized by the English Royal Navy and the Royal Scots Navy, respectively. The specific inception date of these earlier red ensigns remains uncertain, but existing payment records indicate that the English navy was disbursing funds for the creation of such flags during the 1620s.
Flag size 5′ x 3′ (1500mm x 900mm) Content – 100% polyester
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