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RN Flags (continued) |
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THE BLUE ENSIGN - A variety of defaced Blue Ensigns are worn by Government vessels other than warships. Undefaced Blue Ensigns may be used by the holder of an Admiralty warrant which may be granted to the master of a marchant ship who is in the RNR. Blue Ensigns (defaced or undefaced) are also granted to some civil authorities and yacht clubs. It is rare to see an undefaced Blue Ensign in military service. |
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THE ROYAL FLEET AUXILIARY - Civilian manned vessels of the RFA accompany HM Ships all over the world to provide fuel, food, stores, and ammunition. The ensign dates from 1974. The RFA Jack is similar but square. |
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UNIFIED COMMANDERS FLAG - This flag denotes a Joint Commander of 3 star rank (Vice Admiral or equivalent). A range of Joint Commander Flags were created in 1967. The Cheif of Defence Staff, 4 star, 2 star and 1 star officcers all have flags based on a similar design but with the appropriate badge for their rank or appointment. |
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ADMIRAL - An Admiral (4 star) flies St. George's Cross in his Flagship. |
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REAR ADMIRAL - This flag denotes a Rear Admiral's (2 star) flagship or headquarters. |
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COMMODORE - A Commodore (1 star) flies his Broad Pennant in his flagship or at his headquarters. |
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MAJOR GENERAL -The flag of a Major General RM (2 star) will be flown at his headquarters. It follows the pattern of an Army Divisional Commander's. |
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BRIGADIER - A Brigadier (1 star) will use his pennant in a similar manner to a Commodore. |
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