ensign
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During and after the Civil War, of course, the ensign was as much a symbol of tyranny to many Southerners as it was a source of unity.
From Salon • Jan. 3, 2026
Earlier, while visiting the port of Busan, the Japanese vessel had flown a “Rising Sun” ensign.
From Washington Times • Jun. 1, 2023
He was a Flag Officer and went without food or drink for the whole day as he held the naval white ensign.
From BBC • May 6, 2023
In the “Picard” version of Ro, she is a commander now, not an ensign.
From New York Times • Mar. 16, 2023
Chekov, the Russian ensign; Sulu, the Japanese American helmsman; and the half-human, half-Vulcan first officer, Mr. Spock, added an interstellar touch of diversity.
From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly
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