Parts of a flag
When thinking of all of the different flags of the world, it is truly astonishing that so many different designs can be put on a […]
Flag 101
While each flag is unique, most are based on common sets of principles. This category serves as a introduction to basics in flag design and history.
What’s up with gold fringe on flags?
Whether in an office, at a parade, in a government building, or any number of places, our American readers have probably seen an American or […]
Do the North and South Poles have flags?
Do the North and South Poles have flags? In both cases, the short answer is “kind of.” Here are the long answers: North Pole A […]
Ensigns, jacks, and more: A primer on maritime flags
Flags and boats have had a close relationship for several centuries. At sea, flags have many uses, from communication to identification, even threatening others. In […]
Why your city/state flag is probably terrible and why you should care
As I’ve covered in my state flag ranking post, the number of poorly designed state flags far outweigh the good ones. Let’s look at two […]
A brief history of flags and why we use them
Flags are, quite literally, a world standard. Your country, state/providence, county, city, school, company you work for, religion, and social clubs all most likely have […]
Flag aspect ratios
Odds are if you’ve ever purchased a flag online or at a store, it was probably 3 ft. by 5 ft. or 4 ft. by […]