Framed International Code of Signals Yankee (Y) Linen Flag

Framed International Code of Signals Yankee (Y) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of alternating diagonal yellow and red linen stripes, the flag retains its original canvas hoist, rope lanyard, and wooden toggle. When flown alone, the Yankee (Y) flag means "I am dragging my anchor." It is used to warn nearby vessels that the ship's anchor is no longer holding securely and that the vessel is unintentionally drifting, creating a potential navigational hazard. 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