Flags 🏴

What is a flag?

A flag is a piece of fabric with a distinctive design and colours. It is used as a symbol, a signalling device, or for decoration. Flags can be of different kinds and used for different purposes.

Types of flags

National flag

A national flag is a flag that represents and symbolizes a given nation. It is flown by the government of that nation, but usually can also be flown by its citizens.

For example: Australian national flag.

Maritime flag

Maritime flags are predominately used at sea to to communicate with and between ships. Various navies have flag systems with additional flags and codes.

For example: Australian red ensign flag used by the Australian merchant navy.

Sporting flag

Because flags can signal and identity, they are often used in sports.

For example: Australian sports flag.

Social flag

Some flags are used to represent or identify certain groups within the community or can be used as a symbol of expression.

For example: Pride flag.