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

After serving as an ensign in the Navy during World War II, Dr. Berg graduated from Pennsylvania State University in 1948.

From New York Times • Feb. 21, 2023

It has also been used as the ensign for the Russian navy since the 18th Century.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2022

At these generous habitations, we halted briefly, that an ensign might deliver word to the inhabitants of our securing the island in the name of His Majesty.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson