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Full-size flagpoles are made up of several components, all of which can be purchased from specialty flagpole dealers. Here's how to install your flagpole and get Old Glory waving.
The American flag can be displayed on any day of the year, but it has added significance on Independence Day, Lincoln's and Washington's birthdays, Flag Day, Veterans Day and many other holidays....
Thanks to the surge of patriotism in recent years we see the American Flag being flown everywhere. It's really too bad that most of the time it is not being flown properly. By the end of this...
The US flag, nicknamed the Stars and Stripes, represents the history of the United States. The blue represents the sky, or heavens, that watch over the fifty states, symbolized by the fifty white...
Rigging the headsail on a sailboat can be a complicated process, but ensuring that the headsail is rigged correctly will save you some problems when you are out on the water.
Rigging the headsail on a sailboat is a fairly complicated process, particularly for first-timers, but ensuring that the mainsail is rigged correctly will save you some problems when you are out...
Trimming the sails on your sailboat allows you to make the most of the wind that is available. By understanding how to trim your sails, you can have greater control over your boat. Adjust your...
Whether you're out for an afternoon sail on a lake or getting into sailboat racing, knowing how to hoist the jib sail quickly and smoothly is an essential part of sailing know-how. To hoist or...
If there is one thing you absolutely must do to get your boat sailing it's hoisting the mainsail. The mainsail provides the primary power of the boat and so hoisting requires a well practiced...
One of the most important tasks for the sailor is raising the main sail. This task can be extremely difficult if strong winds are prevalent. In light air, it is usually no problem at all. The...
Stowing the boat and all your equipment at the end of a day's sailing is as important as being safe under sail. Because larger sailboats and some powerboats are moored in marinas and the owners...
A halyard is a rope or line that is used to pull up a sail, also known as a yard. The original term comes from the order to haul yards (sails). Though the material making up the ropes has changed,...
Sailing is even more fun when you are the one in control. However, you can't do so until you know the sailboat and have acquired the skills of sailing. Knowing the names for the various parts of...
Flag poles are a great way of displaying pride for any specific group, state or country. The major challenge for flag poles is the ability to handle the elements. This article will explain how a...
Flagpoles are structures that are made to display flags of almost any shape and size. Flagpoles can seemingly defy Mother Nature at times by withstanding great winds, torrential downpours and even...
Three different objects are available to fly a flag. Flags are attached to staffs when used in a parade or displayed on a house. Masts are used to fly flags on a ship or boat. Most flags displayed...
Having a flagpole with a rope that carries a flag to the top of the pole is not only a patriotic gesture, but it is also considered a stately addition to the outside appearance of your house or...
You fly the American flag from one of three different objects: a staff, mast or a flagpole. The staff is for parades, or is attached to a house. Boat owners and ships use masts to fly flags. The...
Outdoor flags are a popular accent for many homes, but fastening a flag to a flagpole often confuses or frustrates people. The key to successfully fastening a flag to a flagpole rests with the...
Having a flag pole is a great way to show your patriotism. Flag poles are not limited to patriotic flags. Many flag poles display religious and team spirit flags, as well. Whatever type of flag...
Fly a flag to show your patriotic spirit and support for your country. Whether in times of war or peace, many people feel strongly about displaying a flag. Secure a flag to a flagpole with a rope...
Constructing your own flag pole can be cheap and easier than you think. Parts are easy to find if you have a flag supply company near your home, but they are especially easy to find on the...
Flying the stars and stripes is an honor and privilege enjoyed by many Americans. Whether from an apartment window or from a pole in your front lawn, having our flag on display is cause for one...
Whether you're displaying your flags on a national holiday or simply want to honor those who have served, it's important to know how to properly display the national or military colors. The U.S....
Displaying a flag is a popular way to mark national holidays of celebration and remembrance. In the United States, flags are widely displayed on Independence Day, Memorial Day and Veterans Day, on...
Whether you fly a flag on a day of national celebration or like to display it on a daily basis, correctly attaching a banner to a flagpole is important in displaying the flag respectfully. It aids...
Flags have a long history and many uses, from representing countries to signaling distress to decorating our homes. Flags are flown on sea, land and even the moon. An American flag snapping in the...
The sight of the United States flag draws both pride and sorrow, apathy and unyielding patriotism. While the flag may draw an emotional response for many, precious few may realize the significance...
All sailboats have their own peculiar qualities. A captain learns over time and experience what setup works best to get the most out of his craft. No two captains agree on what setup works best...
Flying the national colors in front of your home, business or gathering place shows respect for your country and for the men and women who have served to protect it. Protocol dictates how the...
Private boats and planes often fly flags of many different types, but there are correct and incorrect ways to fly them. Before you raise the flag on your boat, learn the correct etiquette for...
The rules for displaying the Maryland flag are generated by the Maryland state legislature. As with all other official symbols of political entities in the United States, there are specific...
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