Category: Vexillology

Correct Aspect Ratio of the Canton and the Navy Jacks of the United States

The First Navy Jack and the Navy Union Jack share the aspect ratio of the U.S. flag’s canton, scaled to full dimensions—measured at 1:1.4085 (height to width), or equivalently 71:100. This ensures symbolic and proportional continuity with the parent flag structure, while allowing the canton to function as an independent flag field. The correct aspect…
The United States Revenue Cutter Tribute Flag

In honoring a storied chapter of American maritime history, a new flag design has been crafted by Titus Flags to pay homage to the Revenue Cutter Service, a predecessor to today’s U.S. Coast Guard. This modern variation preserves the essence of patriotism while evoking the deep legacy of service at sea. This Revenue Cutter Tribute…
Common Latin Terms in Vexillology

This extended list gives a comprehensive view of different divisions and design elements in vexillology and heraldry, capturing the diversity of ways flags can be structured and patterned.
Introducing “Per Fess Versuram” (“By the Line of Turning”) in Vexillology

“Per Fess Versuram” describes a flag that has been horizontally divided along a central axis, with one half rotated 180 degrees before being reconnected, forming a unique and dynamic interpretation of traditional flag elements. In vexillology, the study of flags and their design, the introduction of new terms helps better articulate the creativity and symbolism…
What is a Hoist?

“hoist” refers to the part of a flag closest to the flagpole or the edge that is attached to the halyard.
Principals of Good Flag Design

Of course there are exceptions to every rule, but depart from these five principles only with caution and purpose.