What is a naval ensign?

Q: What is a naval ensign?


A: A naval ensign is a flag flown by warships to show which country they belong to.

Q: Is a naval ensign sometimes called a war ensign?


A: Yes, sometimes a naval ensign is called a war ensign.

Q: Where does a naval ensign fly from on a ship?


A: A naval ensign flies from the back of a ship.

Q: Does the United States use a naval ensign or its national flag on its warships?


A: The United States uses its national flag instead of a naval ensign on its warships.

Q: Do all countries use their national flags as their naval ensigns?


A: No, some countries have a special naval ensign different from their national flag.

Q: Can you give an example of a country that uses a special naval ensign different from its national flag?


A: Britain is an example of a country that uses a special naval ensign different from its national flag.

Q: What is the purpose of a naval ensign?


A: The purpose of a naval ensign is to show which country a warship belongs to.

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