The use of flags afloat is of interest and relevance to anyone going to sea, whether for commerce or pleasure. This handy pokcet-sized guide is perfect for anyone wondering about the different types of flag, how they're made up, the dos and donts as well as the traditions and myths of flying a flag. 

The perfect on-board reference to the maritime flags, chapters include:

• What is a flag?
• Types of flag
• International code of signal
• Flag etiquette 
• International yatch club burgees
• National maritime flags