Royal Navy Battle Flag 16 x 14

Product Description: A well-preserved example of a Royal Navy battle flag, measuring approximately 16 x 14 inches. Executed in thin cloth with print / dyed elements, the flag retains strong, vibrant colors, consistent with minimal exposure to light or sea conditions. Evidence of  mothing and wear along the fold lines is present, typical of age and use, but does not detract from its overall visual impact or structural integrity.

Battle flags of this type were traditionally flown during naval engagements to identify vessels of the Royal Navy and to rally crew during combat. This example reflects the compact dimensions often favored for ease of handling and visibility in harsh maritime conditions.

An evocative artifact with direct ties to British naval tradition, offering both historical resonance and appealing display presence.

Historical Description: Royal Navy battle flags have long held symbolic and practical importance in naval warfare, serving both as identifiers and morale-boosting emblems during combat. Traditionally flown during engagements, these flags distinguished Royal Navy vessels from enemy ships and signaled readiness for battle. Often smaller than ensigns used in peacetime, battle flags were designed to be prominently visible and less vulnerable to damage in high winds or gunfire. The White Ensign—featuring the red St. George’s Cross on a white field with the Union Jack in the canton—became the definitive symbol of the Royal Navy from the early 18th century onward. Battle flags were typically hoisted just before an engagement and were sometimes accompanied by signal flags conveying tactical orders. Today, surviving examples of Royal Navy battle flags are prized for their historical significance, having borne silent witness to some of the most decisive naval actions in British maritime history.

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