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2. Wigwag (flag signals) - Wikipedia

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   The size and color of flag was chosen depending on lighting conditions and distance. The white flag was the most common and was used against dark backgrounds. Against light or varied backgrounds, the red flag was more effective and was also used at sea. [15] The black flag was used against a background of snow. [16]

3. Protective equipment in gridiron football - Wikipedia

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   Jerseys will usually have a variety of patches affixed to the shoulders or other parts of the garment. Patches may depict the American flag, the team logo, or other significant information. Pants. Pants are manufactured in nylon and mesh (for hot weather practices), and nylon and spandex for a tight fit (with team colors) for games.

4. Annin Flagmakers - Wikipedia

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   Annin supplied the flags for the inauguration of Abraham Lincoln and the flag that draped his casket as it was taken by train from Washington, D.C., to Illinois. POW☆MIA Flag. Annin Flagmakers records show its flags have participated in world events such as: The opening ceremonies of the Brooklyn Bridge in 1883

5. International Code of Signals - Wikipedia

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   To avoid having to carry multiple sets of signal flags, the Code uses three "substitute" (or "repeater") flags. These repeat the flag at the indicated position. For instance, to signal MAA ("I request urgent medical advice" the Mike, Alfa, and 2nd substitute flags would be flown, the substitute indicating a repeat of the second character.

6. Flags as big as football fields: The story of giant American ...

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   The largest flags run about $40,000 to $50,000 to purchase, and rent for $4,000 to $8,000 per event, depending on the level of turnkey service and the number of attendants required to roll it out ...

7. 13 versions of the US flag you've probably never seen - AOL

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   The flag is also a symbol of exploration. It was planted on the moon during the first landing by Apollo 11 astronauts in 1969. The flag even has its own day -- each year Americans celebrate flag ...