Flagpole Collection (page 9)

Baghdad, Iraq - A great dome sits at 12 degrees over the Monument to the Unknown Soldier. Its 42m disc represents the shield of a fallen soldier

An Airman salutes the American flag that is flying at half-mast
February 9, 2010 - An Airman salutes the American flag that is flying at half-mast. Military installations around the world flew the flag at half-mast in honor of Representative John Murtha by

The American flag waves at half-mast

Sailors raise the national ensign aboard USS Abraham Lincoln
March 24, 2011 - Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) raise the national ensign as the ship moors into its homeport of Everett, Washington

Veterans Day retreat ceremony at Little Rock Air Force Base
November 9, 2011 - Veterans Day retreat ceremony at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas

Steamer Raven at Glenridding Pier, Ullswater, Lake District National Park, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Cuban flags flying outdoors

Sir Henry Morton Stanley addressing rebel officers at Kavalli, 1890 (wood engraving)
KW441408 Sir Henry Morton Stanley addressing rebel officers at Kavalli, 1890 (wood engraving) by Schonberg, M. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, Africa)

USA, Virginia, Jamestown, British flag

USA, South Carolina, Camden, Historic Camden, Betsy Ross flag, Craven House

USA, Georgia, Savannah, River Street, flags

Europe, Portugal, Cascais, Portuguese flag

Europe, Portugal, Lisbon, Edward VII Park, largest Portugueses flag

ALASKA: SITKA, c1890. A street in Sitka, Alaska. Photograph, c1890

Icelandic national flag blowing in the wind, Iceland, Europe

Icelandic national flag blowing in the wind on a meadow, Borsmoerk, Iceland, Europe

Low angle view of a European Union flag with one black star on it

Munich flag on an ornate mast, Oktoberfest, Munich, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

View from the Bosphorus towards the Genoese Castle or Yoros Kalesi, Bosporus, Anadolu Kavagi, Istanbul, Asian side, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Clock Tower, Kaleici, Antalya, Antalya Province, Turkey

Flag of the Faroe Islands, Faroe Islands, Denmark

Flags on steel masts, flying in the wind, Munich, Upper Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany

JAPAN: DUTCH TRADERS. Dutch traders dining in their settlement on the island of Dejima, Nagasaki Bay, Japan. Scroll painting, Japanese, early 18th century

WASHINGTON: INAUGURATION. A view of the pontoon bridge at Grays Ferry near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, looking west across the Schuylkill River

LINCOLN INAUGURATION, 1861. The inauguration of Abraham Lincoln as 16th President of the United States at the Capitol in Washington, D.C. 4 March 1861

SAN FRANCISCO EARTHQUAKE. A tent used for a post office, following the earthquake of 18 April 1906. Stereograph, 1906

AMERICAN FAMILY, 1895. Familiy portrait taken on the occasion of the golden wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs Dow, probably in New England, 1895

College Of The City Of New York
Exterior view of Shepard Hall (center), a neo-Gothic structure on the campus of the College Of The City Of New York, 1915. (Photo by Frederic Lewis/Getty Images)

Rooftop Tea Lounge
Several people read while they sit at shaded tables in a rooftop tea lounge which overlooks Oxford Street during a heat wave, London, 1920s. (Photo by FPG/Getty Images)

Lincoln Road Mall
High angle view looking West along the Lincoln Road Mall from the Eastern end of Lincoln Road at the intesection of Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida, 1950s

Parliament of Victoria, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Pacific

Obelisk of the Washington Monument at the Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America, North America

American flag in front of the Obelisk of the Washington Monument at the Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America, North America

Old colonial buildings in Saint Laurent du Maroni, French Guiana, Department of France, South America

Presidential Palace, Paramaribo, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Surinam, South America

Colonial wooden buildings in Fort Zeelandia, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Paramaribo, Surinam, South America

Oddfellows Hall, Union Lodge No. 1, Denver, Colorado, USA
Oddfellows Hall, Union Lodge No.1, Denver, Colorado, USA. The Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF) is a global altruistic

The Rising Sun flag of the Empire of Japan. Date: circa 1910s

WW1 - Flags of the Allies - French postcard Date: circa 1915

Manaus, Brazil - Praca da Comercio (Correio Geral) - General Post Office Date: circa 1910s

La Panne - Belgium - Grand Seafront houses Date: circa 1910s

Flag of the Commonwealth of Australia. The flags original design (with a six-pointed Commonwealth Star - as shown on this card)

Baldwin Home, Leper Colony, Kalawao Molokai, Honolulu
Baldwin Home, Leper Colony on Kalawao Molokai, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA. Date: circa 1910s

Exposition Internationale Paris - Soviet Pavilion
Exposition Internationale Paris - The USSR Pavilion, designed by Iophan. Date: 1937

Young Ghanaian girl learning to draw
Young African girl learning to draw on a slate chalkboard in primary School - Ghana. Note that she has drawn a Union Flag on the flagpole next to the house/building. Date: circa late 1930s

China - Merchant Flag - printed on Silk. Date: 1914

The Flag of Chile - Silk backing
The Flag (Standard) of Chile ( Chili ) - printed on Silk. Date: 1914

Youngs Row-boat and Canoe Livery, Bermuda
Youngs Row-boat and Canoe Livery near the Princess Hotel Bermuda Date: circa 1910

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"Flagpoles: A Symbol of Heritage and Identity Across Continents" From the iconic Chatham Lighthouse in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, to the picturesque Fowey Harbour in Cornwall, England, flagpoles stand tall as a testament to pride and tradition. These towering structures can be found across continents, representing the rich history and diverse cultures that make up our world. In North America, specifically at Eureka Inn in Humboldt County, California, flagpoles proudly display the stars and stripes of the United States of America. They serve as a reminder of the nation's unity and resilience. Across the Atlantic Ocean in Europe's Channel Islands lies Mont Orgueil with its majestic castle overlooking the town. Here, a flagpole waves high above Jersey Island symbolizing strength and protection. Santa Barbara's Pier boasts a flagpole that dances with every ocean breeze. It stands as a beacon for sailors navigating California's coastlines while adding charm to this coastal paradise. San Diego showcases its most famous building through an impressive flagpole that soars above it. This architectural marvel is not only visually striking but also represents San Diego's vibrant spirit. London too has its fair share of notable flagpoles; T & W Farmiloe Limited on Rochester Row proudly displays flags from around the world - a true reflection of London's cosmopolitan character. Jackson Square embraces New Orleans' cultural heritage with an elegant flagpole standing tall amidst historic architecture. It serves as a gathering point for celebrations and commemorations alike. The Ferry Boat Inn at Helford Passage transports us back in time before 1906 when Cornwall was bustling with maritime activity. Its weathered flagpole tells stories of seafaring adventures long past. On St John's Isle of Man stands Tynwald Hill - an ancient meeting place where laws are made by elected representatives under their national banner fluttering atop yet another proud flagpole.