Airborne Flag | Poly-Max 3' x 5'

Airborne Flag | Poly-Max | American Made This Airborne flag is made of highly durable Endura-Poly™ material. This is the most popular quality choice in flags today, as it provides extra durability and flies in a slight breeze.   Specifications Sewn Stripes, Embroidered Stars White Header & Brass Grommets Fast Drying 200-denier nylon Treated to resist fading Finished with a white poly-cotton header Made in the USA   Flagpole Length Maximum Flag Size 20'  3' x 5' 25' 4' x 6' 30' 5' x 8' 35' 6' x 10' 40' 8' x 12' 50' 10' x 15' 60' 12' x 18' 70' 15' x 25' 80' 20' x 30'   The “Flag Code” includes instruction and rules on such topics as the display and use of the flag by civilians, time and occasions for display, position and manner of display, and how to show respect for the American flag.  Notes for flag care: Exposing your flag to rain, wind, snow or high winds will shorten the life of your flag considerably. If you leave your flag exposed to the elements, it will greatly reduce the life of your flag. We recommend that you hand-wash your flag with mild soap, rinse thoroughly and air dry. You can also use a dry cleaning service. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- History of Airborne The term "airborne" refers to military units that are trained to be inserted into battle by parachute or other means of air transportation. The history of airborne units can be traced back to the late 1930s, when the first military parachute units were formed in several countries, including the United States, Germany, and the Soviet Union. During World War II, airborne units played a significant role in several key battles, such as the Battle of Crete in 1941 and the Normandy landing in 1944. Airborne units were also used during the Korean War and the Vietnam War, although they were not as heavily relied upon as they had been in World War II. After the end of the Cold War, the use of airborne units decreased in many countries, however many countries like US, Russia, China, India have airborne units as a part of their military forces. Airborne units are still considered an important component of modern military forces, and are trained to respond quickly to a wide range of scenarios, including battlefield insertion, reconnaissance, and special operations.