The world encyclopedia of flags: the definitive guide to international flags, banners, standards and ensigns

Abstract

Recounts the origins and development of various types of flags and depicts national, regional, international, governmental, ethnic, and other types of banners.

Contents

pt. 1. Flags through the ages -- The origin and development of flags -- All about flags -- Emperors, sovereigns and presidents -- Government flags -- Military signs -- Navy ensigns and flags -- Flag families -- pt. 2. The work of flags -- Flags of Europe -- Flags of Asia -- Flags of Australia and Oceania -- Flags of the Americas -- Flags of Africa -- Flags of International Organizations -- Regional and local flags -- Flags of peoples and causes -- House and private flags.