Recounts the origins and development of various types of flags and depicts national, regional, international, governmental, ethnic, and other types of banners. The World Encyclopedia of Flags is one of the most comprehensive books on this subject, serving both as a reference book and an invaluable educational source of information. Over 1400 colour illustrations of flags and emblems are included.'

The World Encyclopedia Of Flags

Reference

Znamierowski, Alfred

Encyclopedias & Subject Guides

UNKNO

Recounts the origins and development of various types of flags and depicts national, regional, international, governmental, ethnic, and other types of banners

The World Encyclopedia of Flags

Anness

This series of illustrated guides provides expert information on a wide variety of popular subjects. Each title is filled with beautiful color photographs, and accompanied by an authoritative text.

World of Flags (Illustrated Encyclopedia)

This is an exhaustive and up-to-date summary of world flags, from those of the largest countries to the smallest states.

World Flags Identifier (Illustrated Encyclopedia)

History

Historical Study & Educational Resources

Comprehensivley covers the fascinating world of flags, including military signs ,royal standards, civic flags,naval ensigns and national flags.

Lorenz Books

Throughout the ages, flags have been a means of cultural and national identification and communication. From military standards flown in battle thousands of years ago, to painted faces at football matches and other sports fixtures, flags and emblems have always been a means of representation for groups and associations around the world.This fully revised and updated book is the definitive visual reference to all the international flags. Compiled by a leading authority, the work is an exhaustive and up-to-date summary of world flags, from the largest countries to the smallest states.The first section, Flags Through the Ages, starts with The Origin and Development of Flags, a fascinating overview of flags throughout history, from the Egyptian standards dating from 3400BC, to flags from the classical and medieval periods and the ensigns of maritime nations of the 20th century.All About Flags covers the wealth of shapes and patterns in flag design developed over the ages, as well as flag-making techniques, terminology, usage and etiquette. Emperors, Sovereigns and Presidents depicts all the most important royal standards and presidential flags from each significant period in history, with illustrations from the 14th century to the present day. Government Flags includes flags of departments and agencies, governors, police departments and coastguards. Military Signs deals with regimental colours, flags of armed forces, air force flags and rank flags. Naval Ensigns and Flags charts all the flags used at sea by the navy. Flag Families looks at national flags that share similarities and traces their development from the 18th century onwards.The second section, The World of Flags, is divided into several subtopics including the flags of countries and their territories, Flags of International Organizations, Regional and Local Flags, and Flags of People and Causes. Each flag is illustrated with information on its date of adoption, proportions and symbolic meaning, where relevant.This is both a stunning reference book and an invaluable educational resource. It offers historical, geographical and political insights into one of our most ancient forms of identification and communication.

The World Encyclopedia of Flags: The definitive guide to international flags, banners, standards and ensigns, with over 400 illustrations

Asia

Throughout the ages flags have been a means of cultural and national identity, communication, and a means of representation for groups and associations. Compiled by a leading authority this book, newly updated for this larger format edition, is a definitive and exhaustive visual reference to international flags, from the largest countries to the smallest states. Split into two sections, the first part of the book presents a fascinating overview of the history of flags, from the 3rd century BC to the 21st century. The second section covers over 600 flags in current use, including a continent- by-continent examination of countries, territories, organisations, individuals and causes. Lavishly illustrated, this book is both a stunning reference book and an invaluable resource. Fascinating and compelling, it offers historical, geographical and political insights into one of our most ancient forms of identification and communication.

The World Encyclopedia of Flags: An Illustrated Guide to International Flags, Banners, Standards and Ensigns

Flags Through the Ages: A Guide to the World of Flags, Banners, Standards and Ensigns

Comprehensive guide to the flags of every country.

Flags of the World: An Illustrated Guide to Contemporary Flags

This book looks at flags through the ages.

Illustrated Book of Flags

Genealogy

Southwater

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The World Encyclopedia Of Flags

The World Encyclopedia of Flags

World of Flags (Illustrated Encyclopedia)

World Flags Identifier (Illustrated Encyclopedia)

The World Encyclopedia of Flags

The World Encyclopedia of Flags: The definitive guide to international flags, banners, standards and ensigns, with over 400 illustrations

The World Encyclopedia of Flags: An Illustrated Guide to International Flags, Banners, Standards and Ensigns

Flags Through the Ages: A Guide to the World of Flags, Banners, Standards and Ensigns

Flags of the World: An Illustrated Guide to Contemporary Flags

Illustrated Book of Flags