Calling All Navy Men, a question for ya

[Patriot Heart]

OK, I am married to a Navy guy, but he's and work right now, and is a SeaBee anyway, and THEY DON'T FLOAT as he tells me, so I need someone else to answer this. I got this email from Human Events and I wondered, since WHEN have we flown the Union Jack on our ships?
First Navy Jack Flies Proudly
on the USS Ronald Reagan

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The USS Reagan (CVN 76) is at sea, providing our nation with a forward presence abroad. An important symbol aboard this aircraft carrier is the First Navy Jack Flag (http://c1.xsi1.com/ct2.cgi?url=aHR0cDovL3d3dy5oZWJvb2tzZXJ2aWNlLmNvbS 9ib29rcGFnZS5hc3A/cHJvZF9jZD1jNjIwNSZzb3VyX2NkPUhBRTAzODAwMQ==&appno=5435&mrn=46125646&xqn=13157&url_no=3). This historic icon bears a rattlesnake and the warning "Don't Tread on Me," sending a clear message to America's foes.

The Secretary of the Navy, Gordon R. England, has ordered all U.S. Navy ships to fly the First Navy Jack (http://c1.xsi1.com/ct2.cgi?url=aHR0cDovL3d3dy5oZWJvb2tzZXJ2aWNlLmNvbS 9ib29rcGFnZS5hc3A/cHJvZF9jZD1jNjIwNSZzb3VyX2NkPUhBRTAzODAwMQ==&appno=5435&mrn=46125646&xqn=13157&url_no=3) in place of the Union Jack for the duration of the Global War on Terrorism. In a memo to all ships and stations, England explained, "The temporary substitution of this Jack represents a historic reminder of the nation's and Navy's origin and will to persevere and triumph."

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</TD><TD width="71%">U.S. Navy Photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Stephanie Antosh
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Sailors stationed aboard the Navy's newest aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) "man the rails" during the commissioning ceremony in Norfolk, VA, July 12, 2003. The First Navy Jack Flag flies on the USS Reagan, as well as all U.S. Navy Ships, for the duration of the War on Terrorism. </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
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[Wolfcounsel]

In 1785 on the frigate USS Philadelphia? In 1865 Navy Regulations prescribed its use on ships.


http://www.navyjack.info/history.html

[whipple]

Is there any relationship between the US Union Jack and the UK Union Jack? I ask because the UKs national flag is called the Union Jack.

[Wolfcounsel]

It was probably borrowed from the British Jack, but the American Union Jack was clearly a sign of opposition to England (The rattlesnake warning not to step on it).

[Patriot Heart]

Alright Counselor you have enlightened me! Thanks! I didn't know there was a US Union Jack as well as the British one. I would love to get that flag for my DH's birthday.

[Wolfcounsel]

You're welcome, Patriot.:thumb:

[Rink]

Here's a website that gives some info on the Navy jack and its history.

The First navy Jack and its History (http://www.navyjack.info/)

Hope this helps