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Ensigns Collection

Ensigns: A Symbolic Tapestry of Nations From the majestic Swiss flag fluttering proudly against the backdrop of the Alpstein Range in Appenzell, Switzerland

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Swiss flag on a mountain in the Alpstein Range, Appenzell, Switzerland, Alps, Europe

Swiss flag on a mountain in the Alpstein Range, Appenzell, Switzerland, Alps, Europe

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of Luxembourg, 3D

Outline and flag of Luxembourg, 3D

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Flags of the maritime powers (print)

Flags of the maritime powers (print)
5912658 Flags of the maritime powers (print); (add.info.: Flags of the maritime powers, pavillons des puissances maritimes, 1844. Including France, Great Britan, Belgium Holland, Russia, etc)

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Captain General of the Royal Archers, Duke of Bucleugh, General of the Lifeguards

Captain General of the Royal Archers, Duke of Bucleugh, General of the Lifeguards
6338932 Captain General of the Royal Archers, Duke of Bucleugh, General of the Lifeguards, ensigns and mounted Life Guards in Queen Victorias coronation parade by British School

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Panel, England, 1840s. Creator: Unknown

Panel, England, 1840s. Creator: Unknown
Panel, England, 1840s. Flags and ensigns

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Fifth Carriage of the Royal Household in Queen Victoria s

Fifth Carriage of the Royal Household in Queen Victoria s
Fifth Carriage of the Royal Household in Queen Victorias coronation parade. Two Maids of Honor, Hon. Miss Rice and Hon. Miss Murray, Groom of the Robes, Captin Francis Seymour, Clerk Marshal, Hon

Background imageEnsigns Collection: 'The haughty commandant now came... 'from The Adventures of a Post Captain

"The haughty commandant now came... "from The Adventures of a Post Captain
1630661 " The haughty commandant now came..." from The Adventures of a Post Captain, by a Naval Officer, pub. 1820 (hand-coloured aquatint) by Williams

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Commodore Perry, Pamunkey River, 1861-65. Creator: Tim O Sullivan

Commodore Perry, Pamunkey River, 1861-65. Creator: Tim O Sullivan
Commodore Perry, Pamunkey River, 1861-65. Formerly attributed to Mathew B. Brady

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Some Ensigns of Britain and the Commonwealth, c1948. Creator: Unknown

Some Ensigns of Britain and the Commonwealth, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Some Ensigns of Britain and the Commonwealth, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Background imageEnsigns Collection: House Flags and Funnels of Passenger Steamship Lines, c1930. Creator: Unknown

House Flags and Funnels of Passenger Steamship Lines, c1930. Creator: Unknown
House Flags and Funnels of Passenger Steamship Lines, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, ]

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Flags of the world, 1889. Creator: W & AK Johnston

Flags of the world, 1889. Creator: W & AK Johnston
Flags of the world, 1889. Flags, standards and ensigns. From " Encyclopaedia Britannica, Ninth Edition". [1889]

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Flags Of All Nations, 1902. Creator: Unknown

Flags Of All Nations, 1902. Creator: Unknown
Flags Of All Nations, 1902. Flags including royal standards and ensigns. From The Century Atlas of the World. [John Walker & Co, Ltd. London, 1902]

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of France, 3D

Outline and flag of France, 3D

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of Italy, 3D

Outline and flag of Italy, 3D

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of England, 3D

Outline and flag of England, 3D

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of Australia, 3D

Outline and flag of Australia, 3D

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Shape and national flag of South Korea, 3D computer graphics

Shape and national flag of South Korea, 3D computer graphics

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Shape and national flag of Azerbaijan, 3D computer graphics

Shape and national flag of Azerbaijan, 3D computer graphics

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Shape and national flag of Colombia, 3D computer graphics

Shape and national flag of Colombia, 3D computer graphics

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Shape and national flag of the Republic of Chad, 3D computer graphics

Shape and national flag of the Republic of Chad, 3D computer graphics

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Typical coronation procession

Typical coronation procession
The Procession usually observed in the Coronation of our Kings and Queens, showing the hierarchy of dignitaries in English society. 18th century

Background imageEnsigns Collection: The Rote Rathaus red city hall, seat of the mayor, Mitte district, Berlin, Germany, Europe

The Rote Rathaus red city hall, seat of the mayor, Mitte district, Berlin, Germany, Europe

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of Belgium, 3D

Outline and flag of Belgium, 3D

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of Germany, 3D

Outline and flag of Germany, 3D

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of Romania, 3D

Outline and flag of Romania, 3D

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of the Netherlands, 3D

Outline and flag of the Netherlands, 3D

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of South Africa, 3D

Outline and flag of South Africa, 3D

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of Finland, 3D

Outline and flag of Finland, 3D

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of Barbados, 3D

Outline and flag of Barbados, 3D

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Shape and national flag of Croatia, 3D computer graphics

Shape and national flag of Croatia, 3D computer graphics

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Shape and national flag of Senegal, levitating, 3D computer graphics

Shape and national flag of Senegal, levitating, 3D computer graphics

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Flag of the Dominican Republic at the stern of a sailing ship, Dominican Republic, Caribbean

Flag of the Dominican Republic at the stern of a sailing ship, Dominican Republic, Caribbean

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Admiralty Arch decorated for the Coronation, 1953

Admiralty Arch decorated for the Coronation, 1953
Admiralty Arch linking the Mall, Trafalgar Square and Whitehal, with the admiralty flag flying from the top and white ensigns dominating the higher levels of the building for the Coronation of Queen

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Sailors, Soldiers and Music Hall

Sailors, Soldiers and Music Hall
Promotional card for Sailors, . Soldiers & Music Hall at Bourse Hall, Alexandria, Egypt Christmas 1916. Date: 1916

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Matthew, Bramble, Offering, Charity, Ensigns, Widow

Drawings Prints, Print, Matthew, Bramble, Offering, Charity, Ensigns, Widow
Drawings and Prints, Print, Matthew Bramble Offering Charity to the Ensigns Widow, an illustration from Tobias Smolletts The Expedition of Humphry Clinker (London, 1793), Vol

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Source Size = 2585 x 2039

Source Size = 2585 x 2039
Ensigns Page; Page, Philip D aulnay; Page, Temp. Francis; Eton Montem 1844

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of Germany, 3D, marked Made in Germany

Outline and flag of Germany, 3D, marked Made in Germany

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of Germany, 3D, hovering

Outline and flag of Germany, 3D, hovering

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of Italy, 3D, hovering

Outline and flag of Italy, 3D, hovering

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of Austria, 3D, hovering

Outline and flag of Austria, 3D, hovering

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of Austria, 3D

Outline and flag of Austria, 3D

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of Sweden, 3D

Outline and flag of Sweden, 3D

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of Switzerland, 3D

Outline and flag of Switzerland, 3D

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of the Czech Republic, 3D

Outline and flag of the Czech Republic, 3D

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of Turkey, 3D, hovering

Outline and flag of Turkey, 3D, hovering

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of South Africa, 3D, hovering

Outline and flag of South Africa, 3D, hovering

Background imageEnsigns Collection: Outline and flag of Canada, 3D, hovering

Outline and flag of Canada, 3D, hovering




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Ensigns: A Symbolic Tapestry of Nations From the majestic Swiss flag fluttering proudly against the backdrop of the Alpstein Range in Appenzell, Switzerland, to the striking outline and flag of Ukraine hovering in three-dimensional glory, they have long served as powerful symbols of national identity. As we traverse through Europe's breathtaking Alps, these vibrant emblems continue to captivate our imagination. Intriguingly, another emblematic ensign emerges on our journey - that of Luxembourg. Its distinctive outline and flag come alive in a stunning three-dimensional display, reminding us of this small nation's rich history and unique place within Europe. Transporting ourselves back in time, we witness a typical coronation procession adorned with an array of ensigns. The Captain General of the Royal Archers stands tall alongside the Duke of Buccleugh and General of Lifeguards. Ensigns and mounted Life Guards form an impressive sight during Queen Victoria's grand coronation parade - a moment frozen forever by an unknown creator's skilled hand on a panel from 1840s England. As we delve deeper into historical narratives, "The haughty commandant now came. . " echoes from "The Adventures of a Post Captain. " These words transport us to moments when ensigns played pivotal roles in shaping naval battles and defining military hierarchy. Commodore Perry takes center stage next as his presence is immortalized along Virginia's Pamunkey River during one fateful period between 1861-65. Tim O'Sullivan captures this significant chapter with precision; ensigns waving amidst turbulent times serve as poignant reminders that even amid chaos, nations stand united under their flags. Shifting gears towards more contemporary times brings us face-to-face with some Ensigns representing Britain and the Commonwealth circa 1948. Though their creators remain unknown, these enigmatic pieces showcase how ensigns evolve over time while retaining their essence as symbols of national pride.