Framed International Code of Signals November (N) Linen Flag

Framed International Code of Signals November (N) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of alternating blue and white checkerboard linen panels, the flag retains its original canvas hoist, rope lanyard, and wooden toggle. When flown alone, the November (N) flag means "No." It is used as a negative response or to indicate that the answer to a signal or question is in the negative. When flown together with the Charlie (C) flag, the NC signal is the International Code of Signals distress signal, meaning "I am in distress and require immediate assistance." 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