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9780713671339

Reeds Maritime Flag Handbook

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  • ISBN13:

    9780713671339

  • ISBN10:

    0713671335

  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2006-11-27
  • Publisher: Thomas Reed
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Summary

The use of flags afloat and in most maritime situations is of interest and relevance to anyone going to sea whether for commerce or pleasure. This handy pocket-sized guide is the perfect on-board referenceto the maritime flags of the world and their usage. It includes: national maritime flags special ensigns yacht club burgees signal flags and flag etiquette and usage. Anyone who has ever put to sea wondering about the different types of flag, how they are made up and the dos and don'ts as well as traditions and myths of flying flags should find this a fascinating and useful handbook.

Author Biography

Miranda Delmar-Morgan has sailed for most of her life, professionally for ten years. She currently sails in European waters both in a professional capacity, and cruising on her own boat. She is also a regular contributor to Yachting Monthly.

Table of Contents

What is a flag?p. 1
Types of flagp. 10
International code of signalsp. 47
Flag etiquettep. 58
International yacht club burgeesp. 79
National maritime flagsp. 99
Yacht clubs using a special ensign
Selected two-code signals
Overseas territories, departments, crown dependencies, or special administrative regions
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