Framed International Code of Signals Echo (E) Linen Flag

Framed International Code of Signals Echo (E) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of horizontally divided blue and red linen panels, the flag retains its original canvas hoist, rope lanyard, and wooden toggle. When flown alone, the Echo (E) flag means "I am altering my course to starboard." It is used to advise nearby vessels of an intended maneuver to the right, helping maintain safe navigation and reducing the risk of collision in confined or busy waterways. The canvas hoist bears the Annin Flag Company "Defiance" label. Annin is America's oldest flag maker. International Code of Signals flags were widely used aboard naval and merchant vessels to communicate standardized navigational, operational, and safety messages before the widespread adoption of radio communications, and they remain an internationally recognized maritime signaling system today.

Weight: 9 lbs.
Overall Dimensions: 23"H × 27"W × 1 1/2"D
Made: American
Material: Linen
Date: 1950