Product Description

The use of flags afloat and in most maritime situations is of interest and relevance to anyone going to sea whether for commerce or pleasure. This handy pocket-sized guide is the perfect on-board reference to the maritime flags of the world and their usage. It includes: national maritime flags special ensigns yacht club burgees signal flags and flag etiquette and usage. Anyone who has ever put to sea wondering about the different types of flag, how they are made up and the dos and don'ts as well as traditions and myths of flying flags should find this a fascinating and useful handbook.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #332094 in Books
• Published on: 2006-11-27
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 160 pages

Nautical Magazine (July 2007)
'A cheerful and colourful little book based on Reed's Maritime Flags, and intended to provide crews of yachts, motorboats and other small craft, with a ready reference.'

Review
"A concise useful reference tool to have to hand when cruising."

About the Author
Miranda Delmar-Morgan has sailed for most of her life, professionally for ten years. She currently sails in European waters both in a professional capacity, and cruising on her own boat. She is also a regular contributor to Yachting Monthly.