Flags of Different Countries - Australia

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<h1>Flags of Different Countries - Australia</h1><strong> Author: <a href='http://www.articleseen.com/profile_Hans Lautrup.aspx'>Hans Lautrup</a></strong><br /><p>One of my favorite flags, as displayed from commercial and residential flag poles, is the national Australian flag. Interestingly, and like other international flags of different countries, this national flag also has different variants in existence that are considered official representations. The national flag displays the so called Union Flag on a blue colored background, in the upper left portion of the flag. It also displays a larger white star (5 pointed) in the lower left portion of the flag. The "fly-portion" displays the Southern Cross constellation, consisting of 5 white stars. A variant flag displays a red colored field, with the exact same other features as the national version of the banner. Interestingly, and obviously visible, the Union Flag ties into the Kingdom of Great Britain, and is thought locally to represent the nation's history as 6 British colonies and the various principles upon which the country's Federation is based. More of historic view however, describes the Union Flag's inclusion as more of an act of loyalty towards the British Empire. Like other flags of different countries, including a good selection of flags of Europe, the Australian flag is also subject to flag protocol. Guidelines as how to fly or display the national flag from tall and small flag poles are presented in the 1953 Flags Act, as well as a pamphlet called "The Australian National Flag," which is published by the Government of Australia on a regular basis. For example, one guideline is that the flag is allowed to be flown on each day of the year. It is also to be treated with dignity and respect. Like Old Glory, the Australian flag is always to be displayed or attached to flagpoles in position "superior" to that of any other flag throughout the Australian land. Interestingly, private vessels can display either the red ensign or the Australian flag. Flags damaged by wear and tear should be disposed of in a respectful way. The cutting of the flag in small pieces is considered dignified. Fascinatingly, the Australia flag may be used for commercial purposes without formal permission as long as the national flag is displayed or used in a dignified manner, and reproduced accurately. Interestingly, several attempts were made in the past to make desecration of the national flag a crime. Today, the flag flies beautifully from commercial and residential flag poles throughout the world.</p><strong>About the Author:</strong><br />Click here for the latest in flag and <a rel="nofollow" href='http://www.colonialflag.com'>flag pole</a> technology.<p> Article Source: <a href='http://www.articleseen.com/Article_Flags-of-Different-Countries-Australia_55972.aspx'> http://www.articleseen.com/Article_Flags of Different Countries - Australia_55972.aspx</a></p>

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