{"product_id":"australian-defence-force-ensign-flag","title":"Australian Defence Force Ensign Flag","description":"\u003ch3\u003eKnitted Polyester Australian Defence Force Ensign\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKnitted Polyester Australian Defence Force Ensign\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the Australian Defence Force as a whole, bringing together the Australian Army, Royal Australian Navy and Royal Australian Air Force. Suitable for approved military, ceremonial, commemorative and heritage displays, its lightweight knitted polyester construction allows it to fly easily while providing reliable performance for regular indoor or outdoor use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permission is required to fly or use an Australian Defence Force ensign. Approval should be obtained from the relevant Defence service brand manager before display or use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBest For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproved Australian Defence Force displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoint-service military ceremonies and commemorations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eADF establishments and authorised organisations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRSLs, military museums and heritage displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproved memorial and remembrance services\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoor presentation and outdoor flagpole displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFlag History \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Australian Defence Force Ensign was originally created in 1969 to identify Australian military formations involving more than one branch of the Defence Force. As joint-service operations became more common, its use expanded to represent the Australian Defence Force as a whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ensign was officially proclaimed on \u003cstrong\u003e12 April 2000\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Department of Defence provides instructions regarding its appropriate use, and permission is required before it is flown or used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFlag Design \u0026amp; Meaning\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Australian Defence Force Ensign features three vertical bands representing the three services:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDark blue\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the Royal Australian Navy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the Australian Army\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight blue\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the Royal Australian Air Force\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central gold Australian Defence Force emblem also incorporates symbols of the three services. The crossed swords represent the Army, the anchor represents the Navy and the eagle represents the Air Force. The Commonwealth Star and boomerang represent Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e900mm x 450mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1370mm x 685mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1800mm x 900mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2300mm x 1150mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2750mm x 1380mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3200mm x 1600mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3600mm x 1800mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed a different size? View our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/collections\/custom-flags\"\u003ecustom flag options\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFinish Options\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeader with Loops\u003c\/strong\u003e – Suitable for attachment to traditional flagpoles using loops and clips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical Sleeve\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed to slide onto presentation flagpoles up to 28mm in diameter. For alternative sleeve requirements, please \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatible Display Accessories\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Vertical Sleeve finishes, compatible display accessories include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/products\/timber-flag-pole\"\u003eTimber Flag Pole\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/products\/flag-pole-base-1-pole\"\u003eFlag Pole Base – 1 Pole\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/products\/flag-pole-base-3-poles\"\u003eFlag Pole Base – 3 Poles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/products\/flag-holster\"\u003eFlag Holster\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/collections\/presentation-poles\"\u003eView More Display Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCustom Flag Options\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a custom military, commemorative, organisation or event flag? Explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/collections\/custom-flags\"\u003ecustom flag services\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eExplore More Flags\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our complete range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/collections\/world-flags\"\u003eworld and national flags\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHelpful Guides\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/blogs\/product-insights-and-guides\/what-size-australian-flag-should-i-buy\"\u003eWhat Size Australian Flag Should I Buy?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/blogs\/product-insights-and-guides\/flag-care-etiquette-how-to-respect-and-maintain-your-australian-flag\"\u003eFlag Care \u0026amp; Etiquette Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/blogs\/product-insights-and-guides\/do-you-need-permission-to-install-a-flagpole-at-home-in-australia\"\u003eFlagpole Installation Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/blogs\/government-council\/australian-ensign-flags-explained-uses-history-and-differences\" title=\"Australian Ensign Flags Explained: Uses, History and Differences\"\u003eAustralian Ensign Flags Explained\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder your Knitted Polyester Australian Defence Force Ensign\u003c\/strong\u003e for an approved military, joint-service, ceremonial, commemorative or heritage display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Australian Defence Force Ensign?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Australian Defence Force Ensign is an official flag representing the Australian Defence Force as a whole, including the Australian Army, Royal Australian Navy and Royal Australian Air Force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do the three colours represent?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe red band represents the Australian Army, the dark-blue band represents the Royal Australian Navy and the light-blue band represents the Royal Australian Air Force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the central emblem represent?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe crossed swords represent the Army, the anchor represents the Navy and the eagle represents the Air Force. The Commonwealth Star and boomerang represent Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan anyone fly the Australian Defence Force Ensign?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePermission is required to fly or use a Defence ensign. You should obtain approval from the relevant Defence service brand manager before ordering or displaying the flag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this flag suitable for outdoor use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Its knitted polyester construction is lightweight and designed to fly easily during regular outdoor display. Flag life will depend on weather conditions, installation and ongoing care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich finish should I choose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeader with Loops is suitable for traditional outdoor flagpoles. Vertical Sleeve is designed primarily for indoor presentation poles up to 28mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the Australian Defence Force Ensign be used at a funeral or memorial?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts use may be appropriate for an approved joint-service military funeral, memorial or commemorative occasion. Permission and guidance should be obtained from the relevant Defence authority before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I order a custom-sized version?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Contact us or view our custom flag options to discuss custom sizes, finishes and display requirements. 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