Description
Fly the Union Jack to commemorate the rich history and legacy of the United Kingdom! Exhibit it in your classroom for history days, fly it at your business to show your heritage, or hang it at your house to show your allegiance to Britain’s classic sports teams.
Our Great Britain flag is made of lightweight nylon, which is great for everyday flying. The flag of the United Kingdom comes with brass grommets and a strong canvas header for mounting on an outdoor flagpole. The flag is made in America and comes in a variety of different sizes, including 12” x 18”, 2’ x 3’, 3’ x 5’, 4’ x 6’, 5’ x 8’, and 6’ x 10’. Refer to our table of pole heights and flag sizes for assistance.
United Kingdom Union Jack Flag Product Details
- Manufactured in the United States
- Authentic 1801 design
- 100% premium nylon
- Robust canvas header
- Rust-resistant brass grommets
View our Union Jacks finished with gold fringe and a pole sleeve for ceremonial displays.
Note: To increase the lifetime of your flag, avoid use during inclement weather conditions.
Union Jack Meaning & History
Since 1922, the UK has been a combination of England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland and is arguably the most influential country in modern history. From the nations that arose from its colonies to its staunch and stubborn resistance during World War II to its cultural revolutions that swept the world, the UK’s fingerprints are all over the modern world.
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland flag was adopted in 1801, combining the flags of its original member states: England, Ireland, and Scotland.
The English flag consists of a simple red cross, forming the central basis of the flag of Great Britain. Since the UK flag predates the modern Irish flag, it uses the red diagonal cross from Saint Patrick’s Saltire to represent Ireland instead. This diagonal cross is then outlined with the white cross from the Scottish flag. Wales does not have any unique markings on the British Union Jack flag since it was part of the Kingdom of England at the time of the flag’s creation.
Other Details
Language(s): English, Cornish
Currency: Pound Sterling
Government: Parliamentary System, Monarchy
Flag Meaning: The red cross symbolizes St. George, the patron saint of England (representing both England and Wales). The white diagonal cross on a blue base represents St. Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland. The red diagonal cross on a white base refers to St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland.
