3’x5′

2 to 3

1.5

• Garrison flag – 20 feet hoist by 36 feet fly (1:1.8)
• Post flag – 10 feet hoist by 20 feet fly (1:2)
• Storm flag – 4 feet 2 inches hoist by 8 feet fly (1:1.92)
• Infantry, Artillery, and Engineer national color: 6 feet hoist by 6 feet 6 inches fly (1:1.083333…)
• Camp color: 18 inches hoist by 20 inches fly (1:1.111…)

When flying 1 flag on a single flagpole the length of the flag should be at least one quarter the height of the pole. For example, a 40-foot pole requires at minimum a 6’x10′ flag with max being 8’x12’….Flag Sizing Chart.

For in-ground poles, the fly, or length of the flag should be at least one-quarter the height of the pole. For example, the flag for a 20′ high flagpole should be at least 5′ in length. A 3’x5′ flag would be a great choice for a 20′ high pole.

Polyester

The nylon flags are our most popular flag fabric for US Flags. The American flag material is a dense 200 Denier nylon weave fabric that is the longest lasting nylon material available.

Polyester is heavier than nylon and lasts longer with richer colors. Cotton does not fly well in light breezes and is not as durable as nylon or polyester flags.

• Sewn nylon flags are the most popular outdoor flags.
• Sewn Polyester flags are our most durable flags, and are the best option if you intend to fly the flag 24/7.
• Cotton flags Our Online Stores Brand are made from densely woven heavy cotton fabric, with rich vibrant colors.

NYLON

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AmericanFlags.com sells more American flags than anyone else because we sell better-quality, American-made US flags in a variety of popular sizes at prices that are fair and affordable. AmericanFlags.com remains the nation’s premier provider of official American flags.

U.S. Flag Facts There are 50 stars representing the 50 states and there are 13 stripes representing the 13 original colonies. from The CIA World Factbook.

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The black American flag first appeared during the American Civil War of 1861-1865. Confederate army soldiers flew the black flag to symbolize the opposite of the white flag of surrender. The black flag meant that the unit would not give in nor surrender and that enemy combatants would be killed.

It may be a protest against a country’s foreign policy, including one’s own, or the nature of the government in power there. It may be a protest against nationalism or a deliberate and symbolic insult to the people of the country represented by the flag.

Don’t hang your flag backwards, upside down, or in another inappropriate fashion. If you’re hanging your flag vertically (like from a window or against a wall), the Union portion with the stars should go on the observer’s left. Never dip the flag to any person or anything.

This is what the 13 folds mean: The first fold of our flag is a symbol of life. The second fold signifies our belief in eternal life. The third fold is made in honor and tribute of the veteran departing our ranks, and who gave a portion of his or her life for the defense of our country to attain peace.

Also, in the lyrics, he mentions the following: “Black stripe, yellow paint…” which may be a reference to African Americans (represented by the black color) in the stripes, as well as the yellow which, in the song, represents gold, money and diamonds.