What does an eagle on a flag pole represent?
What does an eagle on a flag pole represent?
The Eagle. The eagle has a long history of representing freedom in the United States. The eagle finial is atop the flagpoles in the offices of the President and Vice President, and the United States Army considers this flagpole finial the only one appropriate for Presidential flagpoles.
How do I choose a flag pole?
Things to Consider When Selecting an In-Ground Flagpole
- Material. In-ground flagpoles are typically constructed of aluminum or fiberglass.
- Size. Another thing to consider when it comes to choosing a flagpole is size, or height.
- Raising and Lowering the Halyard (flagpole rope)
- Finish.
- Wind Speed Rating.
What kind of flag do you use for a flag pole?
The standard flag with pole and grommet eyelets is the most commonly displayed flag and is typically flown horizontally on a vertical freestanding outdoor flagpole. The hoist edge is reinforced canvas with eyelets (usually brass grommets) designed to attach the flag to the pole.
Which is the best definition of a flagpole?
Definition of flagpole : a pole on which to raise a flag : a pole on which to raise a flag
How big of a flagpole do you need for a house?
For a house mount flagpole we recommend a 2.5×4′ flag on a 5′ flag pole, or a 3×5′ on a 6′ pole. The biggest factor in hanging these flags is that you don’t want the flag to touch anything (bushes, trees, gutters, siding, door knobs, etc.) when it flies.
What kind of pulley is on a flag pole?
Fixed pulley wheels don’t move up and down but are fastened to a fixed structure, like the top of a flagpole. Flag pole pulleys have a rope or cable to which flags are attached. The rope or cable wraps around a wheel at the top of the pole, making flag raising and lowering easier.
What kind of pole do you use to raise a flag?
A traditional flagpole is typically made up of one long pole permanently stuck into a ground sleeve with a rope and pulley system that is used to raise and lower the flag. This type of flagpole usually requires more set up cost and work.
Definition of flagpole : a pole on which to raise a flag : a pole on which to raise a flag
How does a telescoping flagpole work and why?
Telescoping flagpoles work very similarly, each section is pushed up and locked into place, to stand proudly at its maximum height. When the user is ready to bring the flagpole down they simply twist the pole to unlock each section then drop them down into the lower sections. This makes storing the flagpole and maintenance much easier.
Where is the best place to place a flagpole?
A flag should be visible from where the majority of people will see it. If most of the people who will view your flagpole will be driving down your street, then go out to the street and try to visualize how you will want your flagpole to be seen.