November 11th is Veterans day, the 97th anniversary of the Armistice ending World War I, signed in the Forest of Compiegne by the Allies and the Germans in 1918. Help Patriot Wood say “thank you” to all veterans who have fought for the United States by sharing these 15 quote images to the veterans in your community.
The Maryland Flag: A Legacy America Can Be Proud Of
The Maryland Flag holds rich family legacy. One source describes the Maryland Flag as one of the most perfect state flags with, “bold colors, interesting patterns, and correct heraldry—a flag that fairly shouts ‘Maryland.’” First flown in 1880, and adopted in 1904, the Maryland Flag has been proudly displayed for over 135 years.
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The Remarkable Story of an Early American Symbol: The Serapis Flag
At a time in American history where no national flag yet existed, the Serapis flag was one of the first recognized symbols of the United States. Its name comes from the HMS Serapis, one of many ships in the Royal Navy named after the Greek god, Serapis. She was a beast—considered fifth rate, sported two-decks, and boasted 44 guns (twenty 18-pounders, twenty 9-pounders, and four 6-pounders).
Why We Built the Thin Blue Line Flag
Several months ago, Art Pinney, Patriot Wood’s craftsman, built Patriot Wood’s first Thin Blue Line Wood Flag. This wooden flag combines the Thin Blue Line emblem with the flag of the United States. Used by law enforcement, the Thin Blue Line emblem’s simple design depicts a central, horizontal blue line separating two black lines. Patriot Wood’s Thin Blue Line Wood Flag integrates this emblem into a black-and-white version of the American flag for a beautiful and symbolic combination.
Keep reading to learn what inspired Art to build this flag.