The Berkshire Flag has taken up its rightful position in the UK Flag Registry. The Flag Institute accepted the submission on 2 March after requesting a fresh realisation before completing registration. The new official flag features a red stag with a ‘royal’ twelve-point pair of antlers, evoking the Berkshire’s flora, fauna and royal status. You […]
Half-masting for Manchester
Following the tragic explosion and deaths at the Manchester Arena, it is appropriate to fly flags at half-mast this Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. HM Government will issue further advice. In the UK you may fly the national flag at half-mast whenever you feel it is appropriate. You should remove any other national flags, and all […]
In memoriam: Whitney Smith
The Flag Institute mourns the passing of Dr Whitney Smith on 17 November 2016, at the age of 76. In 1962 Whitney Smith founded the Flag Research Center, in 1965 Flag Bulletin, and in 1967 the North American Vexillological Association (NAVA). In 1969 he also helped to found the Fédération internationale des associations vexillologiques (FIAV). […]
Flag Institute adopts new flag and emblem
On 18 November 2016, the Flag Institute Council formally adopted a new flag and emblem. Dr William Crampton, founder and former Director of the Flag Institute, produced the orginal designs in 1971. Alongside a stylised ‘V’ for vexillology, they included a St George’s cross to represent our founding on St George’s Day 23 April 1971. […]
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