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Historic Nautical Flag Signals Unveiled
Moderate difficulty suitable for most players
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  • 1. To raise a flag or signal on a ship’s mast.
  • 3. A decorative rolled fabric sleeve used to secure a flag’s edge.
  • 4. Flag signaling system originally used by British naval vessels in English waters.
  • 6. The rope used to hoist and lower a flag on a ship’s mast.
  • 9. Small distinctive flags flown on yachts to identify clubs or owners.
  • 12. A term associated with the position where signal flags are displayed or held ready.
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  • 2. A system of symbols or signals used for communication, especially maritime flags.
  • 5. A recreational boat often flying distinctive signal flags.
  • 7. Flag signaling a ship under isolation to prevent disease spread.
  • 8. The set of signal flags representing letters for communication at sea.
  • 10. A long tapering flag traditionally used on ships to indicate rank or signal.
  • 11. The national flag flown on the stern of a ship to show its nationality.
  • 13. An indication conveyed by flags or other means to communicate at sea.

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