| 单词 | ensign |
| 例句 | They could talk of nothing but officers; and Mr. Bingley’s large fortune, the mention of which gave animation to their mother, was worthless in their eyes when opposed to the regimentals of an ensign. Pride and Prejudice 1813-01-28T00:00:00Z He was smiling and saluting at the camera in his ensign's uniform. Black Swan Green 2006-04-10T00:00:00Z He congratulated me, and asked that we might remove ourselves there instanter so he could sleep without being roused by Irish balladry and ensigns lifting their shirts to compare back-hair. The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves 2009-10-13T00:00:00Z Mr. Pike had come in his Naval ensign’s uniform; some reflex must have survived Midshipman’s School and brought him back to Devon for the day. A Separate Peace 1959-01-01T00:00:00Z Under the brass eagle and fasces of his ensign’s cap, Milton Stephanides left the Boy Scouts behind. Middlesex: A Novel 2002-06-05T00:00:00Z An ensign with the Union Jack, and red and white stripes. Carry On, Mr. Bowditch 1955-01-01T00:00:00Z “I knew you were an ensign,” he said. Nine Stories 1953-04-06T00:00:00Z He had stayed there twenty-three years earlier as a navy ensign. Middlesex: A Novel 2002-06-05T00:00:00Z At these generous habitations, we halted briefly, that an ensign might deliver word to the inhabitants of our securing the island in the name of His Majesty. The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves 2009-10-13T00:00:00Z But with the military ending its policy of racial segregation, the 24-year-old ensign was hopeful. African Americans long fought for the right to serve their country 2018-02-12T05:00:00Z Coast Guard as an ensign and sent to the Aleutian Islands for a brief tour of duty. Monuments Men: A Baltimore writer learns her father helped in the search for Nazi plunder Why is Othello so easily tempted by his ensign’s ruses into a jealous dementia? Review: A Pandemic ‘Othello,’ Socially and Otherwise Distant 2020-09-04T04:00:00Z New crew members come to realize that on the frequent “away missions,” some lowly ensign always seems to die a horrible and oddly hackneyed death. In ‘Redshirts,’ John Scalzi Gives Expendables a Life 2012-07-06T22:52:40Z I was clad in my military regalia, my star-strewn epaulettes sitting stiff on my shoulders, a green beret – fronted with the ensigns of Nigeria and the army – tilting rightwards on my head. The Swimming Pool by Jekwu Anyaegbuna 2013-03-16T09:01:08Z And while Mr. Iwuji and Mr. Stoll turn in crisp and lucid performances as the great general Othello and his envious ensign Iago, they don’t really stand out in a talented crowd. Review: A Cool-Tempered ‘Othello’ for Warm Central Park Nights 2018-06-19T04:00:00Z In one section, striking for the coolness of Alice’s narration, an Indian sachem is beheaded and his head set on a spike above the colony’s meetinghouse, as an ensign of power and violent intent. Was There a Murder on the Mayflower? 2020-03-16T04:00:00Z Sink me red ensign run a rig long clothes skysail boatswain me. Prod-5806 Test 2019-06-28T04:00:00Z The flags include the signal "engage the enemy closely", which on the day replaced the famous eve of battle "England expects", and the white ensign showing the navy's high commander is on board. Trafalgar Square's fourth plinth: Victory launches with a lot of bottle 2010-05-23T13:19:00Z In the “Picard” version of Ro, she is a commander now, not an ensign. ‘Star Trek: Picard’ Season 3, Episode 5 Recap: Old Friends Return 2023-03-16T04:00:00Z In the original “Star Trek,” Kirk, Spock, Bones and Scotty were very dangerous men to stand next to if you were wearing the ensign’s red shirt. In ‘Redshirts,’ John Scalzi Gives Expendables a Life 2012-07-06T22:52:40Z Finally, I happened to meet a lady Navy ensign one morning and now we, who are both retired Navy, will celebrate our 50th in December. Dating: ‘There is no perfect match’ 2023-07-21T04:00:00Z Earlier, while visiting the port of Busan, the Japanese vessel had flown a “Rising Sun” ensign. Turning 70, South Korea-U.S. alliance expands scope, defies frictions 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z “It reminds me of the higher purpose everybody has when they join the military,” the ensign recalled. U.S. Navy honors those who made the ultimate sacrifice during Fleet Week in NYC 2023-05-28T04:00:00Z He was a Flag Officer and went without food or drink for the whole day as he held the naval white ensign. Leeds navy veteran recalls his role in 1953 coronation 2023-05-06T04:00:00Z A Japanese warship left a Korean naval review due to disputes over its “Rising Sun” ensign. South Korea reveals plan to heal long rift with Tokyo over forced labor 2023-03-06T05:00:00Z After serving as an ensign in the Navy during World War II, Dr. Berg graduated from Pennsylvania State University in 1948. Paul Berg, Nobel-Winning Pioneer of Genetic Engineering, Is Dead at 96 2023-02-21T05:00:00Z “It could be case law!” pipes up the bright-eyed young ensign sitting in the auto-correct control center for the first time. Opinion | Help us, auto-correct. You are the last best hop for democracy. 2022-12-15T05:00:00Z Samuel attended the Massachusetts Maritime Academy for two years and was commissioned an ensign. Samuel Folsom, Who Fought the Japanese Above Guadalcanal, Dies at 102 2022-11-13T05:00:00Z Japan refused to join South Korea's fleet review in 2018 after Seoul asked it not to fly its rising sun ensign, which South Korea views as a symbol of Japanese wartime aggression. Japan hosts multilateral display of naval unity amid East Asia tension 2022-11-06T04:00:00Z Ricky constantly called home to complain about all the responsibilities at the academy, but he graduated in 2016 and was an ensign with the Coast Guard. Navy kicker Daniel Davies continues to lean on memory of older brother 2022-09-30T04:00:00Z He was believed to have been the last surviving British marine to see the Royal Navy’s white ensign raised over Sword Beach as allied forces advanced. Stories of UK’s disappearing World War II generation 2022-09-16T04:00:00Z The starry-eyed ensign begins applauding and is quickly hushed. Opinion | Help us, auto-correct. You are the last best hop for democracy. 2022-12-15T05:00:00Z Her first tour as an ensign took her to Seattle for an assignment aboard an icebreaker, the Polar Star. Coast Guard Admiral to Become First Female Service Chief, Shattering Another Glass Ceiling 2022-05-31T04:00:00Z Biden’s remarks to the more than 1,000 newly commissioned ensigns and second lieutenants at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis, Maryland, will be his first commencement address of the year. Biden to address Naval grads amid Texas, Ukraine backdrop 2022-05-27T04:00:00Z Most will be commissioned as officers to serve at least five years, either as Navy ensigns or 2nd lieutenants in the Marine Corps. President Biden to speak at Naval Academy graduation 2022-04-28T04:00:00Z It has also been used as the ensign for the Russian navy since the 18th Century. Briefing logo similar to Russian navy flag dropped 2022-03-03T05:00:00Z An ensign, three chief petty officers and a senior chief petty officer were charged under Article 92 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice, the Navy said in a statement to KGTV-TV in San Diego. 5 sailors accused of leaking video of Navy carrier jet crash 2022-02-17T05:00:00Z Most will be commissioned as officers, either as Navy ensigns or second lieutenants in the Marine Corps. Vice President Harris to speak at Naval Academy graduation 2021-05-27T04:00:00Z Cardona attended the Naval Academy for four years, becoming an ensign in the Navy and working as a staff officer at the Naval Academy Preparatory School in Rhode Island. Lynch, Cardona, Cannon finalists for Salute to Service honor 2021-01-12T05:00:00Z “He became a navigator while he was still an ensign,” Norwood Bryan said. N. Carolina families left with memories after COVID deaths 2020-11-28T05:00:00Z A Navy ensign flirts with his commander’s wife while training with a squadron in San Diego. Movies on TV this week: 'Citizen Kane'; 'Raging Bull' and more 2020-11-27T05:00:00Z “That’s when I spotted two ensigns, who happened to be young girls in their early twenties.” Congressman accuses opponent of harassment over 2015 memoir 2020-09-25T04:00:00Z One of the women is now an ensign. Naval Academy midshipman guilty of sexual assault 2020-07-23T04:00:00Z The ship flies the ensign or flag of that country, known as the flag state and operates under its laws, typically laxer than the owner’s own. No end in sight: 100,000 crew on cruise ships stranded at sea 2020-04-30T04:00:00Z Priebus joined the Navy after leaving the White House, going through a months-long application process before becoming an ensign and being sworn in by Vice President Mike Pence. President Trump rehires Reince Priebus and Sean Spicer to White House roles 2020-02-13T05:00:00Z Originally flown by feudal warlords, the rising sun symbol was adopted by the Japanese imperial army in 1870 and became the navy ensign in 1889. South Korea compares Japan's 'rising sun' flag to swastika as Olympic row deepens 2019-10-29T04:00:00Z The Merchant Shipping Act lays out rules around what type of British ensign - an adaption of the Union flag designed for use on a boat - can be flown. Is it possible to disrespect the flag? 2019-08-20T04:00:00Z Walker was commissioned as a Navy ensign in 2008 and achieved the rank of lieutenant in January 2013, according to Lieutenant Commander Lydia Bock, a spokeswoman for his home base, U.S. U.S. Navy pilot killed in California crash was 33-year-old lieutenant 2019-08-02T04:00:00Z There are fears that shipping companies will start unflagging from the British ensign fearing the flag turns the ship into an Iranian target. Iran rejects UK's proposal for European-led maritime force 2019-07-23T04:00:00Z Priebus, 47, was sworn in by Vice President Mike Pence as an ensign — the lowest ranking officer in the Navy — during a commissioning ceremony on Monday morning. Reince Priebus, former Trump chief of staff, joins Navy as reservist 2019-06-11T04:00:00Z Each will receive a Bachelor of Science degree and be commissioned as either a Navy ensign or 2nd lieutenant in the Marines. Acting Secy Shanahan to speak at Naval Academy graduation 2019-05-23T04:00:00Z The Royal Navy spokesman added the British White ensign, which is only used on UK warships, "cannot be defaced because it's a symbol of the legal status of a vessel as a warship". Is it possible to disrespect the flag? 2019-08-20T04:00:00Z Each will receive a Bachelor of Science degree and be commissioned as either a Navy ensign or 2nd lieutenant in the Marines. Acting Secy Shanahan to speak at Naval Academy graduation 2019-05-24T04:00:00Z About 1,000 midshipmen will be commissioned as either Navy ensigns or 2nd lieutenants in the Marines. Acting Defense Secretary Shanahan to speak at Naval Academy 2019-04-25T04:00:00Z Stern was a 26-year-old ensign assigned to the battleship USS Oklahoma when the Japanese aerial attack on Hawaii on Dec. 7, 1941, sank the vessel as its mooring at Ford Island. Remains of NY sailor killed at Pearl Harbor identified 2019-03-05T05:00:00Z The essentials: Passion and betrayal fuel Shakespeare’s tragedy about a Moorish general driven to paranoiac rage by a cunning ensign who convinces him of his blameless wife’s faithlessness. The 99-Seat Beat: Pageant coaches, ‘post-truth’ Othello and Jason Alexander in the director’s seat 2019-02-15T05:00:00Z Japan then withdrew from an international naval review in South Korea after Seoul demanded that it remove the rising sun ensign from its warship. Japanese TV show axes BTS performance over atomic bomb T-shirt 2018-11-09T05:00:00Z The “Rising Sun” ensign, used by the Japanese Imperial Navy in campaigns around Asia and the Pacific before and during World War Two, was adopted by the Maritime Self-Defence Force in 1954. Japan likely to skip naval event after South Korea protests over... 2018-10-05T04:00:00Z The “Rising Sun” ensign, used by the Japanese Imperial Navy in campaigns around Asia and the Pacific before and during World War Two, was adopted by the Maritime Self-Defense Force in 1954. North Korea joins South Korean protest over Japan's 'Rising Sun' flag 2018-10-05T04:00:00Z McCain Jr., known as “Jack,” was a young Navy ensign serving on the battleship USS Oklahoma, whose home port at the time was in Long Beach, Ca. John McCain’s remarkable mother: At 106, Roberta McCain has outlived her son 2018-08-28T04:00:00Z Mr Watts said it was more common to supply constituents with flags, including the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ensigns. Why Aussies suddenly want a Queen portrait 2018-08-09T04:00:00Z Naval Reserve and was appointed an ensign in the Nurse Corps. Navy’s first female admiral has died 2018-07-30T04:00:00Z “Hoisting of the Maritime Self-Defence Force ensign is required by law,” Katsutoshi Kawano, the chief of staff of the Self Defence Forces, told reporters on Thursday. Japan likely to skip naval event after South Korea protests over... 2018-10-05T04:00:00Z Variations of the flag are used by the ground Self-Defense Force and on the fatigues of some Japanese sailors, but some South Koreans liken the ensign to Nazi symbols such as the swastika. North Korea joins South Korean protest over Japan's 'Rising Sun' flag 2018-10-05T04:00:00Z Zakriski served in Marine Corps Reserve before being commissioned as an ensign in the Navy Reserve 35 years ago. State’s Naval Militia gets news commander 2018-06-23T04:00:00Z Although he was not visible through the tinted windows, the car was flying a North Korean flag and the ensign of North Korea’s State Affairs Commission, of which Kim is the chairman. Trump and Kim Jong Un arrive in Singapore for historic summit 2018-06-10T04:00:00Z Then it was off to Midshipmen’s School at Notre Dame, where he was commissioned an ensign at age 18. Perspective | Garment district: Readers take us into the closet to reveal their oldest clothes 2018-05-28T04:00:00Z And he did, shaking hands into the noon hour with a long line of ensigns and second lieutenants and flashing a broad smile. ‘Full speed ahead’: Trump salutes Naval Academy graduates 2018-05-25T04:00:00Z “Hoisting of the Maritime Self-Defence Force ensign is required by law,” Katsutoshi Kawano, the chief of staff of Japan’s Self Defence Forces, told reporters on Thursday. North Korea joins South Korean protest over Japan's 'Rising Sun' flag 2018-10-05T04:00:00Z Trump will speak to 1,042 newly commissioned ensigns and second lieutenants. Trump to address US Naval Academy graduation 2018-05-25T04:00:00Z He received his commission as an ensign in civil engineering in December 1944. EXCHANGE: Veteran talks about building during wartime 2018-04-20T04:00:00Z Mr. Bridge began his naval career as a seaman recruit but was selected for an officer-training program attached to the University of Washington, and by age 20 was commissioned as an ensign. Herb Bridge, a jeweler, Navy man and civic leader, dead at 93 2018-04-03T04:00:00Z Bolivian officials say the Bolivian navy's ensign held by participants along a highway on Saturday is the world's biggest — or at least longest — flag. World digest: March 10, 2018 2018-03-10T05:00:00Z Bolivian officials say the Bolivian Navy ensign held by participants along a highway on Saturday is the world’s biggest — or at least longest flag. Bolivians stretch vast flag in demand for sea outlet 2018-03-10T05:00:00Z While there, he said in his essay, he joined the Navy’s Reserve Chaplain Company, became an ensign and attended the Navy Chaplains School. This brave ex-chaplain is still haunted by the Vietnam War’s most desperate siege 2018-01-22T05:00:00Z The white ensign was raised to mark the moment HMS Queen Elizabeth was officially added to the Royal Navy’s fleet. Queen Elizabeth commissions aircraft carrier with her name 2017-12-07T05:00:00Z Deep Space Nine has “Valiant,” which was a more dramatic version of the “young ensigns in command” story. How Seth MacFarlane could save his terminally bland Star Trek clone The Orville 2017-09-14T04:00:00Z After graduating from Roosevelt High School in 1943, he entered the Navy, serving as an ensign. ‘A fitting tribute’: Olympic Wilderness named for longtime outdoorsman and advocate, former Gov. Dan Evans 2017-08-18T04:00:00Z Lamoreaux was an ensign in the New York Militia during the Revolutionary War and later served as an Army private in the War of 1812. Revolutionary War soldier’s grave marked in Pennsylvania 2017-07-31T04:00:00Z And today we’ve got a new crew of Coast Guard ensigns, ready to serve. Trump’s version of keeping us safe 2017-05-18T04:00:00Z He was an ensign and then a lieutenant junior grade, assigned to a windowless, two-bed stateroom with desks and a wardrobe area, a comfortable accommodation compared with the warren of bunks where most sailors slept. How Bannon’s Navy service during the Iran hostage crisis shaped his views 2017-02-09T05:00:00Z Then she moved to Washington and began working at a newspaper, which propelled her into the world of Kennedy, a 24-year-old Navy ensign. Opinion | The vulnerability of the macho John F. Kennedy 2017-01-18T05:00:00Z Despite enemy fire, what the young ensign found even more dangerous was sailing with a crew of 250 or so mostly 18- and 19-year-olds across the Pacific. EXCHANGE: Time spent at sea tested gunnery officer’s nerves 2017-01-11T05:00:00Z The photo was a black-and-white portrait of England in his Navy ensign’s uniform. Hero Lost at Pearl Harbor Comes Home After Years in an Unknown Grave Today we’ve got a new crew of Coast Guard ensigns, ready to serve. Trump’s version of keeping us safe 2017-05-18T04:00:00Z The actual missions of these new ensigns depend on the functions of the teams they're assigned to, which range from drug interdiction to search and rescue. U.S. Coast Guard Academy Makes Students Into Guardians 2016-09-23T04:00:00Z He served in Vietnam, where as a lowly ensign he said he convinced an admiral to build a fuel pipeline instead of flying in supplies, only for the pipeline to be repeatedly blown up. Former PepsiCo CEO Roger Enrico, Who Waged War With Coke in the ’80s, Dies at 71 2016-06-02T04:00:00Z About 1,000 students will be commissioned as officers, either as Navy ensigns or 2nd lieutenants in the Marine Corps. USNA to graduate first students with Cyber Operations major 2016-05-27T04:00:00Z In addition to the Penn-Branch organization, the coalition urging restoration of the ensign benefit includes the D.C. DEBORAH SIMMONS: D.C. raises taxes on military, teachers, police, other retirees 2016-05-26T04:00:00Z He enlisted in 1902 and worked his way up to warrant officer, ensign and lieutenant, according to the Naval History and Heritage Command. After 95 years, a Navy ship lost at sea with all hands is finally discovered 2016-03-22T04:00:00Z Hoping to serve in naval intelligence, he joined the Navy Reserve and was commissioned as an ensign after the attack on Pearl Harbor. George Elsey, One of the Last Survivors of World War II White House, Dies at 97 2016-01-08T05:00:00Z He received a commission as an ensign in 2013, and he served as a public affairs officer. The Knotty Ties Between Joe Biden, His Son and Ukraine 2015-12-08T05:00:00Z The government claimed that the boat was subject to United States jurisdiction because it was not “flying its nation’s ensign or flag,” and was therefore stateless under the law. Fast Boat, Tiny Flag: Government’s High-Flying Rationale for a Drug Seizure 2015-10-28T04:00:00Z Seth J. Denning, was a young ensign when he first crossed the Arctic Circle just north of the Bering Strait 19 years ago. U.S. Is Seen as Laggard as Russia Asserts Itself in Warming Arctic 2015-08-29T04:00:00Z And there are no religious symbols: in contrast to the Christian crosses on the Nordic flags, conceived centuries ago as crusading ensigns. Why Americans' Flag Obsession Is Not Exceptional 2015-06-14T04:00:00Z Many of them will be commissioned as Navy ensigns, and others will be commissioned as 2nd lieutenants in the Marine Corps. Vice President Biden to speak at Naval Academy graduation 2015-05-22T04:00:00Z It is a great honor to be back in New London, at the United States Coast Guard Academy to salute the newest ensigns of America’s oldest, continuous maritime service. President Obama to Cadets: Lead the Way on Fighting Climate Change 2015-05-20T04:00:00Z Many will be commissioned as Navy ensigns, and others will be commissioned as 2nd lieutenants in the Marine Corps. Vice President Biden to speak at Naval Academy graduation 2015-04-07T04:00:00Z He arrived at school in a limousine, exited the car accompanied by a brass band, and then unfurled an American flag — or, as he noted, technically a naval ensign — from 1881. Bronx Teacher Faces Pornography Charges; Accused of Paying Boys for Photos 2015-03-06T05:00:00Z Looking back, the two figures on watch were silhouetted by the glow of the white ensign flapping in the wind and a flashing orange beacon. Weighing Anchor: An artist at sea 2015-02-24T05:00:00Z At the beginning of World War II, he enlisted in the Navy and served as an ensign aboard a destroyer. J. Robert Beyster, who founded defense contracting giant SAIC, dies at 90 2015-01-01T05:00:00Z The Salvation Army ensign and her female comrades prepared dough from ingredients they found in the ammunition train’s commissary. Indiana native inspired tradition as Doughnut Girl 2014-12-06T05:00:00Z It had already adopted the self-declared caliphate’s black ensign as well as tactics such as the beheading of captives and the webcasting of propaganda videos. The general’s law in Sinai 2014-11-13T05:00:00Z Perry said Biden was selected for a direct commission in the navy reserve as a part-time ensign in 2012 and was assigned to a public affairs unit in Norfolk, Virginia, in May 2013. Joe Biden's son Hunter thrown out of navy over cocaine 2014-10-17T04:00:00Z Mr. Biden was commissioned as an ensign on May 7, 2013, and assigned to a public affairs reserve unit in Norfolk, Va. Biden’s Son ‘Embarrassed’ Over Navy Ouster 2014-10-16T04:00:00Z Suddenly, a gigantic red, white and blue ensign with 15 huge stars and two-foot-wide stripes was hauled up the fort’s flagpole. Francis Scott Key’s anthem keeps asking: Have we survived as a nation? At a nearby wharf warships form a line, white ensigns flapping. From outpost to springboard 2014-09-11T04:00:00Z “President Putin also sent a portrait. . . . It is a portrait of President Bush as a young Navy ensign in his dress whites.” Sen. Marco Rubio has a few questions about Qatar — including how to pronounce it The third man, Tra'ves Bush, now a Navy ensign, echoed Graham's testimony. Defense, prosecution rest in U.S. Naval Academy sex-assault case 2014-03-19T23:51:46Z The Russian Naval ensign is waved as a symbol of Russian military strength. What do the flags in Ukraine crisis mean? 2014-03-06T14:26:54Z The flag of Mozambique—an ensign adopted after the successful struggle of leftist guerrillas against Portuguese colonial rule—still features an AK-47 armed with a bayonet. AK-47 Inventor Dead at 94 2013-12-24T01:35:25Z Fans of “Star Trek” will remember ensigns tapping on digital tablets or asking an officer to scribble a signature on one. App Smart: Apps for Digital Note-Taking 2013-07-10T21:31:04Z Tributes were also paid to Simpson, nicknamed Bart, during a pre-race event where the Island Sailing Club's ensign was flown at half-mast. Simpson tribute in round-island race 2013-06-01T10:02:45Z They were all World War II veterans, they’d been everywhere and they had learned not to pay attention to all these green, young ensigns. Corner Office: J.W. Marriott Jr.: Bill Marriott Jr., on Inclusive Decision-Making 2013-05-25T16:00:44Z The only certainty when it comes to aging treasures, as Oliver Wendell Holmes knew, is that once their ensigns are tattered down, they are gone forever. SOS: Fastest Wartime Ship Fights to Avoid the Scrapyard 2013-05-20T16:05:26Z His father, Mykola, was an ensign in a tank regiment in the Soviet Army and was based for 10 years in East Germany, where Shevchenko's sister Olena was born. Euro 2012: Andriy Shevchenko dreams Kiev final provides fitting end 2012-06-02T22:00:01Z As she approached, the count saw that she was a small motor-yacht of about forty or fifty tons, and that she was flying the burgee of the "Real Club Mediterraneo" and the Spanish ensign. The Airship "Golden Hind" 2012-04-21T02:00:26.983Z The March sun shone merrily on Royal Standard and Red Dragon, on Union Jack and ensign, on gold-fringed banners with "CROESAW" on one side and "WELCOME" on the other. Mushroom Town 2012-04-21T02:00:25.923Z They were not the Black Cross of Germany--a counterfeit presentment of the White Ensign--but the genuine article--the British naval ensign. With Beatty off Jutland A Romance of the Great Sea Fight 2012-04-21T02:00:25.260Z "Hello, Elizabeth!" the ensign called in return, and the boat began to turn. The Clammer and the Submarine 2012-04-17T02:00:15.727Z The Marquis de Montsoreau, with a body of horsemen, bearing no badge or ensign, entered Paris yesterday at about four o'clock, and lodged at the Fleur-de-lis. Henry of Guise; (Vol. II of 3) or, The States of Blois 2012-04-11T02:00:35.290Z In like manner also in the banners and ensigns, which your soldiers guard with no less sacred care, you have the streamers and vestments of your crosses. The Masculine Cross A History of Ancient and Modern Crosses and Their Connection with the Mysteries of Sex Worship; Also an Account of the Kindred Phases of Phallic Faiths and Practices 2012-04-11T02:00:31.327Z How can a traveller with any experience possibly accept of a brother, who is also an ensign, in the place of a charming mother and sister? Letters of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy from Italy and Switzerland 2012-04-07T02:00:33.707Z She flew three ensigns on various parts of her rigging, but, being end on and against the wind, the colours could not be distinguished. With Beatty off Jutland A Romance of the Great Sea Fight 2012-04-21T02:00:25.260Z He doesn't make nearly as much in the navy, even as an ensign—but I don't know about that. The Clammer and the Submarine 2012-04-17T02:00:15.727Z The venerable Priest came to the General, clothed in his robes, bearing the sublime and awe-inspiring ensigns of his god, and demanded the liberation of his captive daughter. A Legacy to the Friends of Free Discussion 2012-04-06T02:00:26.317Z From the moment they had seen the British ensign they were eager to close with the enemy, and the disappointment irritated them. The Second War with England, Vol. 1 of 2 2012-04-05T02:00:39.100Z He had English colors flying, but instead of endeavoring with them to deceive the enemy till he could claw off, he hauled them down, and setting three American ensigns, poured a broadside into the man-of-war. The Second War with England, Vol. 2 of 2 2012-04-05T02:00:38.213Z You don't see no German flag a-flyin; under that British ensign. With Beatty off Jutland A Romance of the Great Sea Fight 2012-04-21T02:00:25.260Z My son is made ensign or lieutenant commander or something, and you have not remarked the event. The Clammer and the Submarine 2012-04-17T02:00:15.727Z From the field of strife one of the victors gathered the scattered arms and implements, the gorgeous ensigns and trappings of the defeated, and piled them upon the plain, a trophy and a warning. Caricature and Other Comic Art in all Times and many Lands. 2012-04-04T02:00:59.277Z The order to fire a shot to make the latter set his ensign being misunderstood, a whole broadside was delivered, and the battle commenced. The Second War with England, Vol. 1 of 2 2012-04-05T02:00:39.100Z Off the Irish lightship, which floats at sea, six miles off Kingstown, the Achilles hoisted her ensign to say farewell—her destination being Liverpool. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 1 2012-04-03T02:00:38.807Z Between the drifting clouds of smoke could be discerned the huge shapes of a dozen large battleships and battle-cruisers, not those of Jellicoe's command, but flying the Black Cross ensign of Germany. With Beatty off Jutland A Romance of the Great Sea Fight 2012-04-21T02:00:25.260Z So he is—ensign or something, as you say. The Clammer and the Submarine 2012-04-17T02:00:15.727Z We come across an enemy disabled, stern on to us with her ensign flying. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 2 2012-04-03T02:00:36.237Z The latter immediately hoisted four British ensigns and stood on after the Enterprise. The Second War with England, Vol. 1 of 2 2012-04-05T02:00:39.100Z He advised a white ensign, with the motto “For God and liberty” inscribed upon it. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 3 2012-04-03T02:00:31.900Z "Overboard every man!" he cried, and showed the example himself by dashing into the water up to the knees, carrying the blue ensign of his cause. The Suprising Adventures of Sir Toady Lion With Those of General Napoleon Smith 2012-04-03T02:00:29.527Z The records of the British War Office show that he was ensign, Independent Co. The Loyalists of Massachusetts And the Other Side of the American Revolution 2012-04-02T02:00:25.387Z Down comes her ensign, just in time; we are able to let go the torpedo so as to clear her—now a lawful prize. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 2 2012-04-03T02:00:36.237Z Very little endowment of any kind, however, fell to the lot of Roger Sterne, who was an ensign in what ranked later as the 34th regiment. The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman 2012-03-28T02:00:26.907Z She then put Fido out of the room and closed the door, carefully concealing the white ensign in the blacksmith's wide hanging pocket. Baron Bruno Or, the Unbelieving Philosopher, and Other Fairy Stories 2012-03-28T02:00:24.407Z He was an ensign in the rifles, and had served in America during the war. The Story of the Great Fire in St. John, N.B., June 20th, 1877 2012-03-27T02:00:21.067Z He was an ensign of Militia at Halifax, Mass., and in 1774 had his colors demanded of him by the mob, some of the selectmen being the chief actors. The Loyalists of Massachusetts And the Other Side of the American Revolution 2012-04-02T02:00:25.387Z An escutcheon or ensign armorial; now generally applied to the funeral shield commonly called hatchment. Webster's Unabridged Dictionary 2012-03-24T02:00:23.513Z The national ensign is in marked contrast by its simplicity. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z The first night after leaving Chin-kiang, being in advance of my consorts, I observed an English schooner right ahead, with her ensign flying union down. Ti-Ping Tien-Kwoh The History of the Ti-Ping Revolution (Volume I) 2012-03-19T02:00:25.027Z The ensign sprang to his feet, his apple-cheeks red as fire. The White Terror and The Red A novel of revolutionary Russia 2012-03-18T02:00:21.430Z From a tall staff on the parade the stars and stripes fluttered in the wind, and nodded in amicable salute toward a similar ensign which the patriotic builders had hoisted on the Point. Woven with the Ship A Novel of 1865 2012-03-12T03:00:26.883Z The blue ensign of Great Britain hung motionless from the mizzen of the yacht Petrel. A Desperate Voyage 2012-03-11T03:00:11.030Z The war ensign is the same, except that the shield is surmounted by the royal crown. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z This was in 1791, and the new ensign was but nineteen years old. Historic Shrines of America Being the Story of One Hundred and Twenty Historic Buildings and the Pioneers Who Made Them Notable 2012-03-08T03:00:11.013Z The two girls burst into a ringing laugh, whereupon the ensign stalked off, mumbling something about having the gymnasium boy arrested. The White Terror and The Red A novel of revolutionary Russia 2012-03-18T02:00:21.430Z Back of the gun rose a tall flag-staff, and from the top fluttered night and day a small blue flag with two stars, the ensign of a rear-admiral. Woven with the Ship A Novel of 1865 2012-03-12T03:00:26.883Z Provided with that useful document, I sail under the blue ensign of Her Majesty's fleet, and can do pretty well what I like. A Desperate Voyage 2012-03-11T03:00:11.030Z The royal standards of Norway and Sweden, and also the ensign of these kingdoms, are peculiar in preserving the ancient form of having the fly ending in three points. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z Jared Franklin, when an ensign, had met Genevieve Gray, fallen in love with her, and married her, in the short space of three months. Horace Chase 2012-03-08T03:00:09.693Z One day, for example, as he walked through Theatre Square, he paused to watch an apple-faced ensign, evidently fresh from the military school, lecture a middle-aged sergeant. The White Terror and The Red A novel of revolutionary Russia 2012-03-18T02:00:21.430Z From a flag-staff on one corner of this fluttered a red and white ensign, which gave way on Sundays to a Grinnell flag. North-Pole Voyages 2012-03-01T03:00:27.283Z Then we went out by way of Winter Street to the Mall, Jack bearing my nosegay as though it had been a hostile ensign to flaunt before all England. Cardigan 2012-02-24T03:00:29.073Z The Dutch and Russian ensigns have the same tinctures as those of the present French flag, but borne fess ways—that is horizontally. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z The inferior officers are miserably paid, an ensign having little more than thirty pounds a year. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol IV. No. XX. January, 1852. 2012-02-24T03:00:24.390Z Their “character was strictly emblematical, and their import obvious, consisting, as they generally did, of a representation of the various official implements or ensigns.” The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z All that remained for Captain Black to perform, was to hoist the British ensign over the factory, the name of which he changed to Fort George. The Oregon Territory Its History and Discovery 2012-02-22T03:00:27.207Z When the smoke drifted to leeward, and the cannonade was over, the British ensign was seen waving above the Stars and Stripes. Nooks and Corners of the New England Coast 2012-02-22T03:00:25.113Z In this great battle each of the Spanish ships had in addition to her ensign a large wooden cross hung to the end of her spanker boom. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z It is not clear when the ornamental maces came to be regarded as an ensign of authority. England in the Days of Old 2012-02-18T03:00:17.863Z “Every man shall pitch by his own standard, with the ensign of his father’s house.” The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z The British ensign was then formally struck, and the flag of the United States hoisted. The Oregon Territory Its History and Discovery 2012-02-22T03:00:27.207Z His ensign was also struck down, when the fort surrendered at discretion. Nooks and Corners of the New England Coast 2012-02-22T03:00:25.113Z When a ship has surrendered and is taken possession of, the captor hoists his ensign over that of the enemy. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z Fortunately we were not called upon to fight, for, when the vessel had approached close to Noah's Ark, we were able to make out the glorious old white ensign of England floating over her stern. The Cruise of the 'Alerte' The narrative of a search for treasure on the desert island of Trinidad 2012-02-17T03:00:29.247Z The origin of the expression ‘a coat of arms’ we have already seen, as also the cause why heraldric ensigns are borne upon a shield. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z The flag of the United States has been authoritatively displayed on the southern bank alone, whilst the British ensign has exclusively been hoisted on the northern. The Oregon Territory Its History and Discovery 2012-02-22T03:00:27.207Z I will study nature under the paint by which woman, after all, makes herself more woman; the ensign of her trade, her flag as the enemy. Spiritual Adventures 2012-02-17T03:00:27.070Z She flew three ensigns, one at the mizen, one at the peak, and one, the largest of all, in the starboard main rigging. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z We landed all our stores, then I immediately hoisted our English ensign on the flag-staff. West African studies 2012-02-15T03:00:28.537Z This was an indignity which the English heralds could not brook, and they employed Sir William Segar to investigate the antiquity of our national ensigns. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z Young Robert reserved to himself and a selected band of braves the sacred right of storming the Castle and pulling down the objectionable ensign. My Lords of Strogue Vol. III, (of III) A Chronicle of Ireland, from the Convention to the Union 2012-02-15T03:00:27.667Z From the archway under which the table of honor was spread, hung a large National ensign and a Rear Admiral's pennant. The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 12 (of 12) Dresden Edition?Miscellany 2012-02-11T03:03:47.297Z The lifting up of ensigns is frequently mentioned in the Psalms and by the Prophets, while the expression, "Terrible as an army with banners," shows the importance and the awe with which they were regarded. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z Within less than eight months, however, he had exchanged from cavalry to infantry, being enrolled on the 2nd of June 1826 as an ensign in the 58th regiment. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 9 "Dagupan" to "David" 2012-02-11T03:03:39.807Z Among them are the arms of England, three lions passant, an ensign which had no existence till the reign of Richard I, upwards of a century later than the foundation of the monastery of Caen. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z With what a glad sound the great ensign flapped and fluttered in the breeze! Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol III, No 13, 1851 2012-02-10T03:00:15.463Z There she left her convoy, who anchored on the Mother Bank, while she sailed into Portsmouth harbour, with the white ensign flying over the tricolour. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z One of the earliest of the divine commands given to Moses was that "every man of the children of Israel shall pitch by his own standard with the ensign of their father's house." Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z Orders were given to haul down the ensign, and steps were taken to abandon her. Current History: A Monthly Magazine of the New York Times, May 1918 Vol. VIII, Part I, No. 2 2012-02-04T03:00:16.443Z The same arms are borne as the ensigns of the borough of Grampound. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z He was born in Northumberland County, Penn., and entered the army in 1792, as an ensign. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol III, No 13, 1851 2012-02-10T03:00:15.463Z The ensign had been dipped in salute to the flag, and the salute had been acknowledged by the admiral five minutes before. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z He hoisted in the main shrouds an English ensign reversed, and tied in a weft or loop. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z Then he made out that her deck was crowded with passengers, and, though the beaver ensign floated over her stern, their destination was evident when he glanced at the flag at the fore. Thrice Armed 2012-02-03T03:00:24.970Z In the ages immediately subsequent to the Crusades, heraldric ensigns began to be generally applied as architectural decorations. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z For there, low down on the beach, and but a yard or two from the water's edge, on a tiny strip of level ground, were four little cottages with the British ensign afloat. Lawrence Clavering 2012-02-01T03:00:11.667Z Lippincott now sprang to the stern, and again lowered the ensign. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z The cause of the commotion was that the flag had been improperly made, so that in hoisting it the French ensign, by pure inadvertence, appeared underneath that of Tahiti. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z "The imperial ensign, which full high advanc'd, Shone like a meteor streaming to the wind." Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 101, October 4, 1851 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. 2012-01-30T03:00:13.383Z The only account I have seen of the origin of these ensigns is contained in the following lines, occurring in Dugdale’s Baronage. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z From the royal armouries the infantry were provided with bows, helmets, shields, lances, and crooked knives, and were divided into battalions, each carrying its own ensign. The History of Antiquity, Vol. I (of VI) 2012-01-28T03:00:28.213Z Tom grinned as he pulled an armful of tattered ensigns out of a locker. For Jacinta 2012-01-27T03:00:20.840Z The eagle, according to Pliny, was the first and chief military ensign. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z Entering Whydah with St. George's ensign and a black flag flying, eleven ships instantly surrendered without a blow; most of the crews being, in fact, ashore. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume III (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:10.207Z Both these ensigns and the name allude to the antient office of the chiefs of this family, which was that of Le Gros Veneur, great huntsman, to the Dukes of Normandy. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z The cross in one form or other appears, appropriately, on the flags and ensigns of many Christian countries. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 7 "Crocoite" to "Cuba" 2012-01-22T03:00:24.397Z The shield of his monumental effigy is charged with three water bougets, the armorial ensigns of his family, similar to those observable in the north aisle of Westminster Abbey. The History of the Knights Templars, the Temple Church, and the Temple 2012-01-18T03:00:11.003Z It was also the device of the Dacians, and indeed seems to have been a general ensign among barbarians. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z But it was now too late to escape, as it held calm within the bay, and the three ships came crowding in as fast as the wind, flaunting out an English ensign, jack, and pendant. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume III (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:10.207Z Then, throwing the reins upon the neck of their fancy, they ascribed to almost every celebrated personage of the earliest ages, the ensigns they deemed the most appropriate to his character and pursuits. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z Lutton was sick—he was not able to officiate, on that memorable day; and no recently appointed ensign ever felt such a privation more keenly, on the very day of battle. Dealings with the Dead, Volume I (of 2) 2012-01-17T03:00:17.977Z When the enemy had come within two or three hundred yards, the bulwarks should fall down, disclosing the armament, the white battle ensign go up, and the guns open fire on the practically helpless enemy. The Victory At Sea 2012-01-17T03:00:15.547Z Hence the three lions passant gardant in pale, borne ever since as the ensigns of England. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z This was before the days when Japan had entered freely into commercial relations with other lands, and the captain had no idea of a national ensign. Fifty-One Years of Victorian Life 2012-01-15T03:00:15.917Z As usual with things of long standing, a variety of opinions exists as to the origin of these pithy and interesting appendages to family ensigns. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z Strings of flags of all varieties, and ensigns for every occasion were provided, including His Excellency the Governor-General's special flag, to be raised the moment he came on board. A Century of Sail and Steam on the Niagara River 2012-01-11T03:00:29.487Z Flag, flag, n. the ensign of a ship or of troops: a banner.—v.t. to decorate with flags: to inform by flag-signals.—ns. Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 2 of 4: E-M) 2012-01-11T03:00:23.770Z In the ensign the union was not worn till a considerable time afterwards—the union by itself being then as now worn by the king's ships as a jack at the bowsprit. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z With rays darting from it, it has become the ensign of her warships, and, as a gold chrysanthemum on a red ground, represents the Rising Sun in the Imperial Standard. Fifty-One Years of Victorian Life 2012-01-15T03:00:15.917Z We have already seen that multitudes of armorial ensigns have been borrowed from the bearers’ names—it is asserted by several authors that, in many cases, surnames were borrowed from arms. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z Insines, ensigns; used to designate both the officer who carries the standard, and the standard itself. Poems of James Russell Lowell With biographical sketch by Nathan Haskell Dole 2012-01-09T03:00:25.087Z There is no evidence that he possessed private means, and to support a wife and child on the pay of an ensign in a marching regiment would necessitate economies of the most painful description. Lola Montez An Adventuress of the 'Forties 2012-01-08T03:00:19.240Z This, in a short time, the British ship answered with the St. George's ensign and the motto, "God and Country—British sailors' best rights: Traitors offend them." Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z The body wrapped in an ensign lay upon a platform, close to the man-ropes on the starboard side. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume II (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-03T03:00:07.630Z But those sculptured devices were regarded as the peculiar ensigns of one individual, who could change them at pleasure, and did not descend hereditarily like the modern coat of arms. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z At 8 a. m., with the customary salutes of the ensign, a salute of twenty-one guns was fired, as also at mid-day and sunset. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume I (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-02T03:00:25.873Z The regiment was stationed at Fort William, and there the ensign’s hopes of speedy advancement early received encouragement. Lola Montez An Adventuress of the 'Forties 2012-01-08T03:00:19.240Z Subsequently the Essex hoisted her motto flag at the fore, and another on the mizen mast, with one American ensign at the mizen peak and a second lashed on the main rigging. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z By way of ensign, they had an elephant rather nicely drawn, sometimes on a red, sometimes on a blue field, according to the fancy or the taste of the owner. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume II (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-03T03:00:07.630Z Such ensigns seem to have been the peculiar property of the valiant and well-born, and so far they certainly resembled modern heraldry. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z After being at Eton, he entered the army in 1799 as an ensign in the Queen’s Rangers, a corps then stationed in Upper Canada. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 8 "Haller, Albrecht" to "Harmonium" 2012-01-02T03:00:22.443Z On the same ship was Mr. J., a poor ensign, going home on sick leave. Lola Montez An Adventuress of the 'Forties 2012-01-08T03:00:19.240Z Not to be outdone in decorations the British ship hoisted her motto flag with a profuse display of ensigns and union jacks, and all these were flying when the American ship was captured. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z There are no roses in the garden now, The summer birds have vanished oversea, The ashen keys hang rusty on the bough, Autumn's gold ensigns flame from tree to tree. The Melody of Earth An Anthology of Garden and Nature Poems From Present-Day Poets 2011-12-31T03:00:17.930Z Many of the nobility who had heretofore borne ensigns consisting of the honorable ordinaries, the simplest figures of heraldry, now began to charge them with other figures. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z There were two other English steamers employed in the service, but we didn't think that any fuss would ensue, because we trusted to the "red ensign." In the Yellow Sea 2011-12-26T03:00:10.083Z Be that as it may, though totally unfit for service of any kind on board of a man-of-war, he soon became acting ensign. Stanley's Adventures in the Wilds of Africa A Graphic Account of the Several Expeditions of Henry M. Stanley into the Heart of the Dark Continent 2011-12-24T03:07:57.647Z By this time another of our ships, the Centurion of 50 guns, had come up, and the Sybille struck her flag—the reversed ensign with its weft, so dishonourably hoisted, remaining in the main shrouds. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z It seems scarcely credible that only as recently as 1870 there were not more than ten sailing-ships afloat of two thousand tons register and upwards under the red ensign of the British mercantile marine. The Romance of Industry and Invention 2011-12-19T03:00:43.870Z The triple-headed Cerberus was borne, this writer tells us, by the name of Goaler, while another family bore ‘the scarlet beast of the bottomless pit:’ ensigns of honour, truly! The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z The signal-hand quickly bent the ensign of the merchant navy; it rose, fluttered out, dipped, and rose again to the peak, blowing out plainly. In the Yellow Sea 2011-12-26T03:00:10.083Z The officers of the company are the captain-general, 4 captains, 4 lieutenants, 4 ensigns, 12 brigadiers and adjutant. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 6 "Groups, Theory of" to "Gwyniad" 2011-12-16T03:00:12.320Z The dragon, an ensign of the Parthians, was adopted by the Romans as the standard of their cohorts. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z The blue ensign floated proudly from her staff; her crew were dressed in true yachting rig, and her decks were white as the driven snow. Wild Adventures round the Pole The Cruise of the "Snowbird" Crew in the "Arrandoon" 2011-12-15T03:00:12.560Z The MSS. of those early times which have descended to us are rich in illustrations of costume, but no representation of these ‘ensigns of honour’ occurs in any one of them. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z Dip the ensign, anyway; it's the proper thing. In the Yellow Sea 2011-12-26T03:00:10.083Z Up went the roll of bunting, one touch to the lanyard, and out on the breeze floated the red ensign of England. The Cruise of the Snowbird A Story of Arctic Adventure 2011-12-13T03:00:23.197Z In many of the illuminations of MSS. in the fifteenth century we also find a gold dragon on a red pennon, as one of the ensigns in the French armies. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z I soon learned to handle my musket, pike, and ensign; and sweated a shirt daily, fencing with Massimo, who was ferociously expert in that fiendish but gentlemanly art. The Memoirs of Count Carlo Gozzi; Volume the First 2011-12-12T03:00:27.507Z Under the ancien régime the arms of most of the great officers of state were supported by ensigns emblematical of their various duties; for example— Officers. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z I glanced at the English ensign as I was speaking. In the Yellow Sea 2011-12-26T03:00:10.083Z Meanwhile, hoist your morsel of ensign, and, Rory, fire that farthing gun of yours.” The Cruise of the Snowbird A Story of Arctic Adventure 2011-12-13T03:00:23.197Z The well-known ensign of the Danes at the time of their dominion in Britain was the raven. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z The light from the lamps was reflected back by the glittering arms of the men, and the various ensigns of the great houses were distinctly visible. The Honour of Savelli A Romance 2011-12-10T03:00:15.560Z These ensigns likewise originated in an engagement between the Scots and the Danes. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z The "Rising Suns," their rayed naval ensigns, blowing out in the draught—for there was little wind—advanced with deadly intent, the flags floating proudly amid the smoke and flames. In the Yellow Sea 2011-12-26T03:00:10.083Z Then the ensign was dipped, the headsails hauled to leeward again, and away they went. The Cruise of the Snowbird A Story of Arctic Adventure 2011-12-13T03:00:23.197Z But in early times no knight displayed a pennon who had not followers to defend it—the mounting of this ensign being a matter of privilege, not of obligation. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z No ensign was hoisted in reply, and in perfect silence the others awaited our approach. The Quest of the 'Golden Hope' A Seventeenth Century Story of Adventure 2011-12-06T03:00:23.443Z Arth or Narth, in the British language, is said to signify a bear; hence this ensign was adopted as a rebus or play upon his name. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z "The British ensign will surely protect the steamer?" asked the foreign passenger. In the Yellow Sea 2011-12-26T03:00:10.083Z By G—," puffed Blewforth, "that reminds me of a good story I heard of an ensign in Bolt's. The Passionate Elopement 2011-12-02T03:00:19.930Z George III. when he left out the ensigns of France marshalled on his standard those of his Germanic states in an escutcheon of pretence—a small shield in the centre point. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z When just outside the inner reef the leading vessel rounded, and as she did so her ensign became visible. The Quest of the 'Golden Hope' A Seventeenth Century Story of Adventure 2011-12-06T03:00:23.443Z These ensigns, it will be seen, are a composition from the royal arms. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z It seemed so absurd to think that our Japanese friends could threaten a British ship sailing under the ensign, and employed in transport duties. In the Yellow Sea 2011-12-26T03:00:10.083Z On our homeward way we soon passed the Athenian party, riding ten or twelve in a one-horse cart, carrying with them for an ensign the pole on which their lamb had been spitted. From the Oak to the Olive A Plain record of a Pleasant Journey 2011-11-26T03:00:12.337Z Besides the Union in the canton, the white ensign has the St. George's cross extending over the whole field. Flags: Some Account of their History and Uses. 2012-03-23T02:00:32.397Z Hope with her gay ensigns displayed at the prow, Fear with her hobgoblins behind the stern. Thomas Jefferson The Apostle of Americanism 2011-11-23T03:00:55.563Z The gorgeous decoration of the male costume with the ensigns of heraldry soon attracted the attention and excited the emulation of that sex which is generally foremost in the adoption of personal ornaments. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z Wherever the British ensign flew he was received with every demonstration of honour and respect both by naval and military officers and by civilians. The Inhabitants of the Philippines 2011-11-23T03:00:21.653Z It was established in principle as a barrier against monarchical power, and hence has become one of the traditional ensigns of popular government. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 3 "Gordon, Lord George" to "Grasses" 2011-11-13T03:00:13.177Z Men came in below and went out above me; ensigns became colonels and lieutenants generals, but I remained the same; it was hard work to escape promotion, but I was resolute. Incidents of Travel in Greece, Turkey, Russia, and Poland, 7th ed. Vol. 2 of 2 2011-11-11T03:00:31.270Z Why, there, not half a mile distant from us, full steam up, and ensign streaming in the breeze, lay an enormous English man-of-war. The Beautiful White Devil 2011-11-11T03:00:24.760Z Acting ensigns, masters' mates, midshipmen, indeed, all the officers below Somers in rank, begged to be appointed. Brave Old Salt or, Life on the Quarter Deck 2011-11-04T02:00:18.377Z All shops are closed, vehicular traffic is suspended, the ensigns hang at half-mast, the yards of ships are crossed in saltire; not a sound is heard. The Inhabitants of the Philippines 2011-11-23T03:00:21.653Z For several years James Grant was in Newfoundland with his father, but in 1839 he returned to England, and entered the 62nd Foot as an ensign. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 3 "Gordon, Lord George" to "Grasses" 2011-11-13T03:00:13.177Z The Californian Americans of course immediately abandoned their revolution for the national war, and substituted the American ensign for the grisly emblem under which they designed conquering the territory. Mexico, Aztec, Spanish and Republican Vol. 1 of 2 A Historical, Geographical, Political, Statistical and Social Account of That Country From the Period of the Invasion by the Spaniards to the Present Time; With a View of the Ancient Aztec Empire and Civilization; A Historical Sketch of the Late War; And Notices of New Mexico and California 2011-11-02T02:00:11.380Z I waited about, and in half an hour the body was brought on deck, neatly sewn up in a hammock, and covered with a plain white ensign by way of a pall. The Beautiful White Devil 2011-11-11T03:00:24.760Z If he permitted the ensign which floated at his peak to be disgraced, it would be infamy to him. Brave Old Salt or, Life on the Quarter Deck 2011-11-04T02:00:18.377Z The boy wanted an ensign's uniform, like that of the fourth Lord Moone in the miniature, and Chaff bought him a dragoon's helmet and cuirass. The Story of Louie 2011-10-26T02:00:27.053Z On July 6, with the red-white-and-blue ensign streaming proudly from her main truck, the sloop of war Delaware, twenty guns, of Baltimore, under Stephen Decatur, Sr., put to sea to an accompaniment of booming cannon. Gentlemen Rovers 2011-10-22T02:00:27.907Z So rose the ensign o'er a waiting world. Elias An Epic of the Ages 2011-10-13T02:00:41.923Z I ran forward to the ensign’s assistance, but came in collision with a chasseur-à-cheval, who cut at me with his sabre and brought me on my knees. The War of the Axe Adventures in South Africa 2011-10-10T02:00:22.657Z In the afternoon the Ben Lomond, in charge of an acting ensign, was sent to Pensacola, where she was to remain until further orders. Brave Old Salt or, Life on the Quarter Deck 2011-11-04T02:00:18.377Z The last thing she saw before she did so was the little black-framed miniature of the fourth Lord Moone, the last but three, in his tied wig and ensign's uniform. The Story of Louie 2011-10-26T02:00:27.053Z Behold! our glorious banner comes, From which God's name and ensign grandly beam, While yon high sun doth promise thee success. Vondel's Lucifer 2011-10-09T02:00:28.557Z Lifted an ensign never to be furled, Unsheathed a falchion evermore to flame, Till earth-born realms, in one wide empire rolled, 2720 Hail conquering Christ as life and light of all. Elias An Epic of the Ages 2011-10-13T02:00:41.923Z I saw a savage-looking, bare-headed lancer attack our ensign and run him through the lungs, the lance coming out at his back. The War of the Axe Adventures in South Africa 2011-10-10T02:00:22.657Z The third and fourth lieutenants, and the sailing master, were acting ensigns, like Tom Longstone. Brave Old Salt or, Life on the Quarter Deck 2011-11-04T02:00:18.377Z Go, soldiers, take my ensigns with you; fight, And vanquish rebels in your sovereign's right: Before I die—— Bring me Porphyrius and my empress dead:— I would brave heaven, in my each hand a head. Dryden's Works Vol. 3 (of 18) Sir Martin Mar-All; The Tempest; An Evening's Love; Tyrannic Love 2011-10-08T02:00:22.420Z Amid the cheers of the band of Britishers the ensign was broken at the masthead. The Nameless Island A Story of some Modern Robinson Crusoes 2011-10-08T02:00:20.880Z At the same time Ulenspiegel brought down the son of the Marquess Delmares, and in a little while more the eight ensigns and the three cohorts of cavalry were thoroughly worsted. The Legend of the Glorious Adventures of Tyl Ulenspiegel in the land of Flanders and elsewhere 2011-10-04T02:00:19.193Z Very sorry—quite a mistake—Good—good morning!” stammered the ensign turning as red as his shell-jacket. The War of the Axe Adventures in South Africa 2011-10-10T02:00:22.657Z She had not been impudent—hardly pert; and deprived of this convenient mask for whatever kindness she might have entertained towards the young ensign, she seemed to be very cold and indifferent to him. Brave Old Salt or, Life on the Quarter Deck 2011-11-04T02:00:18.377Z "One of our destroyers, by Jove!" added Farnworth, as a four-black-funnelled, black-hulled craft proudly displaying the white ensign could be seen beyond the barrier of rock that almost closed the narrow entrance. The Fight for Constantinople A Story of the Gallipoli Peninsula 2011-10-04T02:00:17.837Z Three members of the good old British Empire, and unable to draw its national ensign correctly. The Nameless Island A Story of some Modern Robinson Crusoes 2011-10-08T02:00:20.880Z Leaving Quesnoy-le-Comte to go to Cambrésis, the Prince’s army fell in with ten companies of Germans and eight Spanish ensigns and three cohorts of cavalry. The Legend of the Glorious Adventures of Tyl Ulenspiegel in the land of Flanders and elsewhere 2011-10-04T02:00:19.193Z An ensign hoisted on this point could be seen not only over all the island but over a considerable portion of the sea as well. The Island of Gold A Sailor's Yarn 2011-10-03T02:00:28.483Z Another document contained his commission as master, the next rank above that of ensign, which had been solicited by Captain Cascabel. Brave Old Salt or, Life on the Quarter Deck 2011-11-04T02:00:18.377Z It was yet too soon for the time-honoured custom of hoisting the white ensign with full naval honours. The Fight for Constantinople A Story of the Gallipoli Peninsula 2011-10-04T02:00:17.837Z Unfortunately the strong wind prevented the vapour from rising, the smoke drifting over the ground in thick, suffocating columns, but to the castaways' great joy the vessel hoisted her ensign. The Nameless Island A Story of some Modern Robinson Crusoes 2011-10-08T02:00:20.880Z From the top of this staff an American ensign, on Sundays and holidays, displayed its stars and stripes to the breeze. Pencil Sketches or, Outlines of Character and Manners 2011-10-01T02:00:32.597Z But we cut down the flag-pole, and brought away the ensign. The Island of Gold A Sailor's Yarn 2011-10-03T02:00:28.483Z "You have been very fortunate, Mr. Somers," added she, gently releasing her hand from that of the ensign. Brave Old Salt or, Life on the Quarter Deck 2011-11-04T02:00:18.377Z Half a minute later, with the captured Ottoman ensign rolled round his waist, he rejoined the midshipman. The Fight for Constantinople A Story of the Gallipoli Peninsula 2011-10-04T02:00:17.837Z If the flag is hoisted in any manner but the correct the ensign becomes a signal of distress. The Nameless Island A Story of some Modern Robinson Crusoes 2011-10-08T02:00:20.880Z She that held the standard delivered a short address on the occasion, and the ensign who received it knelt on one knee, and replied very handsomely to her speech. Pencil Sketches or, Outlines of Character and Manners 2011-10-01T02:00:32.597Z Advance! advance our proud ensign: To your country devote every life that she gave, Let the land they invade give their army its grave. Southern War Songs Camp-Fire, Patriotic and Sentimental 2011-09-27T02:00:19.517Z In the old navy he is nothing but a paltry ensign. Brave Old Salt or, Life on the Quarter Deck 2011-11-04T02:00:18.377Z From the Atlantic, the Pacific, and the Indian Oceans came ships proudly displaying the white ensign. The Fight for Constantinople A Story of the Gallipoli Peninsula 2011-10-04T02:00:17.837Z A little nearer the horizon, the arms, cap of maintenance, and other ensigns of the city's grandeur, partly buried under the ruins. An Historical Narrative of the Great and Terrible Fire of London, Sept. 2nd 1666 2011-09-22T02:00:23.960Z An ensign who thought he would wake up another ensign for a lark—But he mistook the tent. The Strand Magazine, Volume XXVII, Issue 160, April, 1904 2011-09-21T02:00:33.023Z In opposition to it public-house keepers and their associates formed a Yellow Ribbon Army, which has as its ensign the yellow silk bands of cigar bundles. Church History, Vol. 3 of 3 2011-09-14T02:00:43.813Z At meridian the ensign was run up, and the ship went into commission under the command of Captain Cascabel. Brave Old Salt or, Life on the Quarter Deck 2011-11-04T02:00:18.377Z Rainbow-hued ensigns and banners played in the blue air, above the army. On the Field of Glory An Historical Novel of the Time of King John Sobieski 2011-09-13T02:00:27.560Z My father was an ensign in the Crimea—Scots Fusiliers. The Crime Doctor 2011-09-09T02:01:05.570Z Nor does any ensign of my own clan of the Heron know these mad yellow wolves that howl and tear the Long House with their teeth to destroy it! The Little Red Foot 2011-09-09T02:01:04.147Z The captains stood before the regiments; near them the standard-bearers, each with lowered ensign; the trumpets, kettle-drums, crooked trumpets, and drums made a noise indescribable. The Deluge, Vol. II. (of 2) An Historical Novel of Poland, Sweden, and Russia. 2011-09-05T02:00:23.933Z He gave an order, however, and the American ensign at the masthead of the Yucatan returned the salute. The Blue Grass Seminary Girls on the Water Exciting Adventures on a Summer Cruise Through the Panama Canal 2011-09-05T02:00:21.637Z Each regiment when passing the carriage of Her Majesty gave a loud shout to salute her, and lowered its ensign in homage. On the Field of Glory An Historical Novel of the Time of King John Sobieski 2011-09-13T02:00:27.560Z I demanded of the Skipper if he would run up our ensign in reply to it; but he only peered at me curiously. The Sea and the Jungle 2011-08-30T02:00:30.350Z The early sun gilded the painted body of their sorceress, making of her clan ensign and the Little Red Foot two brilliant and jewelled symbols. The Little Red Foot 2011-09-09T02:01:04.147Z Behind him followed captives with bound hands; with them a king, in a turban formed of one emerald; farther followed legionaries with eagles and ensigns. The Deluge, Vol. II. (of 2) An Historical Novel of Poland, Sweden, and Russia. 2011-09-05T02:00:23.933Z For a moment they could not be distinguished, but as the breeze caught the ensign, a gasp went up from the passengers, with here and there a cheer. The Blue Grass Seminary Girls on the Water Exciting Adventures on a Summer Cruise Through the Panama Canal 2011-09-05T02:00:21.637Z "Bend the signal haulyards, and send up the ensign, with the union down." Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Vol. XX 2011-08-27T02:00:23.817Z Always at anchor off the city’s front are at least a dozen European steamers, most of them flying the red ensign. The Sea and the Jungle 2011-08-30T02:00:30.350Z I saw that ensign, Dudley, kiss her behind the lilacs," added Lady Johnson, "and the girl seemed dumb, and never even upbraided the little beast. The Little Red Foot 2011-09-09T02:01:04.147Z The throngs of people accompanying the king gave forth a joyous shout, which was heard at a distance, for the mass of horses, riders, flags, horse-tail standards, and ensigns began to move more quickly. The Deluge, Vol. II. (of 2) An Historical Novel of Poland, Sweden, and Russia. 2011-09-05T02:00:23.933Z Five minutes later the British 41 ensign was run up the masthead and fluttered in the breeze. The Blue Grass Seminary Girls on the Water Exciting Adventures on a Summer Cruise Through the Panama Canal 2011-09-05T02:00:21.637Z She carried a new flag below her ensign, the resident's flag. The Argus Pheasant 2011-08-27T02:00:20.160Z As the big craft, dipping her ensign and blowing her siren, heaved ahead, a shout of enthusiasm went up. The Boy Aviators' Flight for a Fortune 2011-08-27T02:00:19.473Z And touched no more her face; but on her belly she made a blue picture of a heron—her clan being the Heron, which is an ensign unknown among Iroquois. The Little Red Foot 2011-09-09T02:01:04.147Z Well, here I stand, Have stood for many weary weeks, With sinking heart and idle hand, Hunger’s white ensign on my cheeks. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 93, October 29, 1887 2011-08-20T02:00:11.307Z This girl was dancing with a sandy-haired little ensign, and he was piling it on thick as molasses on a hot cake. The Locusts' Years 2011-08-16T02:00:41.777Z I have been an envoy more than once to the Tartars," said the ensign of Novgrodek, "but such a mission as this I have not seen in my life. With Fire and Sword An Historical Novel of Poland and Russia. 2011-08-12T02:00:19.797Z Nelson set the yachting ensign upside down as a signal of distress, and the Four kept a sharp watch for boats. Four Afloat Being the Adventures of the Big Four on the Water 2011-08-11T02:00:15.547Z The Yellow Leaf is free as is his clan ensign, the Hawk. The Little Red Foot 2011-09-09T02:01:04.147Z At 10.20, discovered the Alabama steaming out from the port of Cherbourg, accompanied by a French iron-clad steamer, and a fore-and-aft rigged steamer showing the white English ensign and a yacht flag. An Englishman's View of the Battle between the Alabama and the Kearsarge An Account of the Naval Engagement in the British Channel, on Sunday June 19th, 1864 2011-08-08T02:00:19.967Z You were a young ensign when I was a captain, but Bulstrode and I got our companies within a few days of each other. The Lost Heir 2011-08-07T02:00:09.367Z As we knelt around the cross for the last time, the ensign brought the standards which Désbergeres had kept, and holding the staves, knelt also. Old Trails on the Niagara Frontier 2011-08-06T02:00:04.917Z It has been called a "floating piece of poetry," and yet I know not if it have an intrinsic beauty beyond other ensigns. School Reading by Grades Sixth Year 2011-07-31T02:00:11.420Z There was no sign of opposition, and about three o’clock in the afternoon, as they neared their destination, a message came in, “Nothing to be seen in Douglas but Union Jacks and red ensigns.” South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 6) From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 1900 2011-07-29T02:00:27.053Z But of all the gay and flaunting streamers that waved proudly in the morning breeze, the stripes and stars, the ensign of freedom, the pride of my own green forest land, appeared always most conspicuous. Rambles by Land and Water or Notes of Travel in Cuba and Mexico 2011-07-29T02:00:23.127Z “I beg your pardon, girls, I know you are all very wise on the subject of flags this morning,” rejoined Nathalie good-naturedly, “but do you know why the rattlesnake was chosen as an ensign?” Blue Robin, the Girl Pioneer 2011-07-28T02:00:09.363Z This time it was an ensign, who swore that the debt should be fully paid that very night. The Pl?biscite or, A Miller's Story of the War 2011-07-27T02:00:38.240Z "Read," answered Gabriel, and held out to her Mannsfield's letter which he had received the day before from the ensign. Gabriel A Story of the Jews in Prague 2011-07-27T02:00:26.233Z The young ensign’s furlough was nearly over when he met them, so he didn’t have much time to get well acquainted with them. Marjorie Dean, High School Junior 2011-07-25T02:00:16.780Z At the four corners are four colossal knights kneeling, in complete armour, each bearing a lance and ensign, and guarding the recumbent effigy of the emperor, which lies beneath a magnificent Gothic canopy. Visits and Sketches at Home and Abroad with Tales and Miscellanies Now First Collected Vol. II (of 3) 2011-07-24T02:00:08.803Z The ensigns now floating before her were the signals of their success in making this land, “The Land of the Free and Home of the Brave!” Blue Robin, the Girl Pioneer 2011-07-28T02:00:09.363Z As a mark of respect the Tall Ships, which are visiting Lerwick Harbour before going on to Norway, are flying their ensigns at half mast. Shetland mourns Norway atrocity 2011-07-23T13:02:53Z The British ensign was lowered to half-mast on the pole of the big sledge and a Union Jack was carefully wrapped round the body. The Romance of Polar Exploration Interesting Descriptions of Arctic and Antarctic Adventure from the Earliest Time to the Voyage of the ?Discovery? 2011-07-22T02:00:16.487Z The young ensign wrote, as he thought, to Miss Merton, but in some way he had confused the two sisters’ first names. Marjorie Dean, High School Junior 2011-07-25T02:00:16.780Z Then, too, as the ensign says, yon sight is not a pretty one. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z They played and sang some such song as this as they went: "Merry is the game we play, See, our uniforms so gay, And the ensign that we bear, 'Twas our sweethearts placed it there!" The Strange Story of Rab R?by 2011-07-17T02:00:30.943Z In 1746 he became disgusted with a civilian’s life, and obtained an ensign’s commission. The Browning Cyclop?dia A Guide to the Study of the Works of Robert Browning 2011-07-16T02:00:19.397Z "And the Lord shall lift up an ensign to the nations from far." The Whole Armour of God 2011-07-12T02:00:30.060Z The sister was delighted because she liked the ensign a lot and thought he didn’t care much about her. Marjorie Dean, High School Junior 2011-07-25T02:00:16.780Z “Have you the missive, ensign?” demanded the commander gravely. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z Our set of signals being incomplete, we could only reply by hoisting our ensign and standing steadily in for the anchorage. The Log of a Sea-Waif Being Recollections of the First Four Years of My Sea Life 2011-07-09T02:00:13.057Z The other officers in their order, ranking downward, were commodores, captains, commanders, lieutenant commanders, lieutenants, lieutenants junior grade, and ensigns. Four American Naval Heroes Paul Jones, Admiral Farragut, Oliver H. Perry, Admiral Dewey 2011-07-04T02:00:24.047Z He lifts an ensign to some remote circumstance, and from afar there comes an influence which sets me on the road to God. The Whole Armour of God 2011-07-12T02:00:30.060Z This was a real steamship, flying the British ensign, manned and served in proper British style. A Claim on Klondyke A Romance of the Arctic El Dorado 2011-07-03T02:00:07.507Z “Sir, I entreat——” “Take your prisoner to the outer room, ensign,” ordered the chief after reading the note. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z The French ensign was flying at her peak, and a boat had left her side which was being rapidly pulled shorewards. The Log of a Sea-Waif Being Recollections of the First Four Years of My Sea Life 2011-07-09T02:00:13.057Z Nor did the girl deny the evident truth when flocking ensigns marked her for second choice. The Higher Court 2011-06-27T02:01:00.213Z "And He will lift up an ensign to the nations from far, and will hiss unto them from the end of the earth." The Whole Armour of God 2011-07-12T02:00:30.060Z I can make out the red, white, and blue ensign. Rounding up the Raider A Naval Story of the Great War 2011-06-24T02:00:25.163Z The idea of a war vessel flying the Kaiser's black-cross ensign on the high seas seemed incredible. The Dispatch-Riders The Adventures of Two British Motor-cyclists in the Great War 2011-06-24T02:00:22.377Z Presently they returned, bringing the ensign, which they proceeded to hoist in the rigging, Union down, a sea signal of the most urgent importance, denoting anything dreadful from fire to mutiny. The Log of a Sea-Waif Being Recollections of the First Four Years of My Sea Life 2011-07-09T02:00:13.057Z In a day when dancing has degenerated into pathetic uncertainty the advent of willing ensigns might well be put down as something new and exhilarating. The Higher Court 2011-06-27T02:01:00.213Z We hoisted ensign and pendant, and fired a gun. Privateers and Privateering 2011-06-21T02:00:26.477Z Although the distance was too great for the British officers on the Myra to distinguish her ensign they had no doubts as to her nationality. Rounding up the Raider A Naval Story of the Great War 2011-06-24T02:00:25.163Z During the Civil War he bore arms for the king and held a commission as ensign. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 2 "Fairbanks, Erastus" to "Fens" 2011-06-19T02:00:16.580Z By this time the inverted ensign had told its tale ashore, and a large canoe well-manned with negro policemen, under a white sergeant, was coming off to us at a spanking pace. The Log of a Sea-Waif Being Recollections of the First Four Years of My Sea Life 2011-07-09T02:00:13.057Z And to-night, as usual, the elderly publisher and the young ensigns from the ship all went under to a woman's gracious way. The Higher Court 2011-06-27T02:01:00.213Z The vessel itself was no longer visible, concealed by the intervening cliff; but the top of its mast, with Mr. Greatorex’s ensign flying, could just be seen. King of the Air Or, To Morocco on an Aeroplane 2011-06-17T02:00:22.043Z Thus the net was being swiftly tightened around the fugitive liner that alone flew the Black Cross ensign of Germany outside European waters. Rounding up the Raider A Naval Story of the Great War 2011-06-24T02:00:25.163Z We have raised the cross, my wife, where the ensigns of infidelity were lately seen, and Granada is so near Castile that it will not be difficult to maintain our altars. Mercedes of Castile The Voyage to Cathay 2011-06-14T02:00:24.670Z As we passed between them we could see that one was French, the other Spanish, by their ensigns flying. The Log of a Sea-Waif Being Recollections of the First Four Years of My Sea Life 2011-07-09T02:00:13.057Z He laughed drolly, while his eyes took in the swift, unconscious movement of Mrs. Barry and her partner, a tall young ensign. The Higher Court 2011-06-27T02:01:00.213Z He was an ensign in the Guards, and mightily admired for his good humor and wit. Faithful Margaret A Novel 2011-06-10T02:00:21.627Z "It will be all the same in another twenty minutes' time whether we use our own ensign or any other." Rounding up the Raider A Naval Story of the Great War 2011-06-24T02:00:25.163Z And the world’s gaudy ensigns see in shreds. Life of John Keats His Life and Poetry, his Friends, Critics and After-fame 2011-06-10T02:00:19.290Z A sailor came to him on the run, saluting as he brought up sharply in front of the young ensign who was acting as officer of the deck. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z The command of the militia was restricted to major landholders: a field officer had to own at least a hundred acres, a captain fifty, a lieutenant twenty-five, and even an ensign had to have fifteen. Caribbee 2011-06-05T02:00:16.273Z Is Hartsteine a pirate—Hartsteine, the modest but hardy sailor, who carried your ensign into the far, remote, and unfriendly regions of the frigid zone? Trial of the Officers and Crew of the Privateer Savannah, on the Charge of Piracy, in the United States Circuit Court for the Southern District of New York 2011-06-05T02:00:10.927Z Promptly the Dutch ensign was hoisted, while simultaneously the "number" of the real Zwaan was made. Rounding up the Raider A Naval Story of the Great War 2011-06-24T02:00:25.163Z Beowulf was a mailed knight, and his gilded ensign hung like a meteor in the air, and none knew the fate it portended. Amenities of Literature Consisting of Sketches and Characters of English Literature 2011-06-03T02:00:19.227Z The particular officer was an ensign, and when 167 the hour for the boxing match approached he was joined by a brother officer. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z Their foreign banners, and their boasted ensigns, Tarentine, Punic, and Sicilian spoils? The Inflexible Captive A Tragedy, in Five Acts 2011-05-31T02:00:32.980Z In India he is often seen mounted on a bull; hence one of his Sanscrit names Vrishadwaja, signifying, whose ensign is a bull. Phallic Miscellanies Facts and Phases of Ancient and Modern Sex Worship, as Illustrated Chiefly in the Religions of India 2011-05-31T02:00:29.133Z Then from the ensign staff fluttered the Black Cross of the Imperial German Navy. Rounding up the Raider A Naval Story of the Great War 2011-06-24T02:00:25.163Z Two brothers and adventurers of an obscure Saxon tribe raised their ensign of the White Horse on British land: the visit was opportune, or it was expected—this remains a state secret. Amenities of Literature Consisting of Sketches and Characters of English Literature 2011-06-03T02:00:19.227Z The ensign cleared the rail with a bound, leaping far 232 out into the boiling sea, but Dan had not observed it. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z They ask, What ensign? when the boat they hail— For woman's love I bear this effigy; For woman's love, for love of maiden fair; If her I may not love, I love forswear! Essays in the Study of Folk-Songs (1886) 2011-05-28T02:00:21.687Z The ranks as fast as they were thinned constantly closed up again, and their cohesion was not lost even under the leadership of young lieutenants and ensigns. The Franco-German War of 1870-71 2011-05-26T02:00:14.447Z Almost the last to be seen of her was the mercantile flag of Japan, still floating proudly from the ensign staff. Rounding up the Raider A Naval Story of the Great War 2011-06-24T02:00:25.163Z He was present at the capture of the French ship Généreux, whose ensign now hangs in St. Andrew’s Hall. Norfolk Annals A Chronological Record of Remarkable Events in the Nineteeth Century, Vol. 2 2011-05-25T02:00:19.650Z It was the same ensign who had rebuked Sam earlier in the day, and against whom the lad had taken a sudden and violent dislike on that account. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z By-the-bye, I am made one of the ensigns in our Rifle Corps, so that when you come to town you have a chance of seeing me strutting about with a sword. The Life, Letters and Work of Frederic Leighton Volume II 2011-05-22T02:00:17.943Z A mob of forty thousand Parisian fanatics roared into the street before the H�tel de Ville to compel the Provisional Government sitting there to adopt the red flag as the ensign of the republic. French Classics 2011-05-22T02:00:12.620Z To-day I have seen the white banners with the red cross—the ensign of the Defenders—everywhere. The Invasion 2011-05-20T02:00:29.260Z Educated at Rugby, he entered the Army in 1851, as ensign in the 23rd Fusiliers, with which regiment he afterwards went to the Crimea, and obtained his captaincy in 1854. Norfolk Annals A Chronological Record of Remarkable Events in the Nineteeth Century, Vol. 2 2011-05-25T02:00:19.650Z “Stand by to pick them up!” roared the ensign. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z As if anxious to have everything understood, Symington raised his ensign. Yankee Ships and Yankee Sailors: Tales of 1812 2011-05-19T02:00:07.643Z He replaced a foreign flag by the ensign of his own country, and for the first time brought into this great territory the semblance of national authority and government. Explorers and Travellers 2011-05-11T02:00:17.627Z The Magdeburg Fusiliers were being formed up on the Horse Guards Parade, and from the flagstaff there now fluttered the ensign of the commander of an army corps, in place of the British flag. The Invasion 2011-05-20T02:00:29.260Z He was the eldest son of Mr. Kerrison Harvey, and entered the Army as ensign in the 36th Regiment. Norfolk Annals A Chronological Record of Remarkable Events in the Nineteeth Century, Vol. 2 2011-05-25T02:00:19.650Z A coil shot through the air, landing over the ensign’s shoulder. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z Upon what distant or benighted shore have her merchants and mariners ever hoisted our national ensign, or spread the arts of civilization and peaceful industry? The Impending Crisis of the South How to Meet It 2011-05-10T02:00:59.100Z He obliged them to take down the Spanish flag and hoist the American ensign, but gave them permission to retain the foreign flag for protection if the Spaniards should return. Explorers and Travellers 2011-05-11T02:00:17.627Z All the dissolved societies of the city came with flags flying—although they had been forbidden to display these ensigns—determined to live again for one more day. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z In 1815 he received an ensign’s commission in the 14th Regiment of Foot, and within a month joined the Army in Flanders. Norfolk Annals A Chronological Record of Remarkable Events in the Nineteeth Century, Vol. 2 2011-05-25T02:00:19.650Z But still the ensign and his men worked over the diver. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z At this they all faced about, and perceived Don Quixote flourishing his ensign; whereupon recovering a little from their fright, they leisurely rode back till they could plainly distinguish his voice. The History of Don Quixote de la Mancha 2011-05-01T02:00:10.977Z The victorious American fleet had returned from Santiago and all the famous battleships and cruisers were triumphantly floating their ensigns in the breezes of New York Harbor. The Lure of the Camera 2011-04-27T02:00:25.413Z Adoniram had the right stuff in him; here he's discharged as a private to become an ensign; rose from ensign to colonel, and seems to have been in most of the big doings. The Siege of the Seven Suitors 2011-04-25T02:00:08.730Z He was appointed a cadet in 1810, and received his commission as ensign on August 24th, 1811, Colonel Mathias’ service extended over a period of more than thirty years. Norfolk Annals A Chronological Record of Remarkable Events in the Nineteeth Century, Vol. 2 2011-05-25T02:00:19.650Z “You are——” The words seemed to stick in the ensign’s mouth. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z In times of war multitudes of people are clothed with ensigns of mourning. War Inconsistent with the Religion of Jesus Christ 2011-04-18T02:00:09.590Z O'er his a prouder ensign Waves wide its ampler folds—the staff of France,— The royal Charles has gained. Joan of Arc A Play in Five Acts 2011-04-14T02:00:57.593Z A similar ensign with a red field is flown by the merchant service. The New Gresham Encyclopedia Volume 4, Part 2: Ebert to Estremadura 2011-04-14T02:00:56.200Z "There is an English cruiser, flying the white ensign," I exclaimed—a queer feeling inside me at the sight of her flag. I Walked in Arden 2011-04-10T02:00:06.137Z Not a word,” warned Dan, with sudden interest as he saw the jackie preparing to speak to the ensign in charge of the boat. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z The currency of the world generally bears the ensign of the nation which made it. War Inconsistent with the Religion of Jesus Christ 2011-04-18T02:00:09.590Z When he goes to the park he wears a naval uniform with the insignia of an ensign on his left arm. Seeing Things at Night 2011-04-10T02:00:05.360Z Florence clung to the mutilated statue of Mars upon her bridge with almost superstitious reverence, as proof of Roman origin; while Siena adopted for her ensign the she-wolf and the Roman twins. Renaissance in Italy: Italian Literature Part 1 (of 2) 2011-04-09T02:00:14.990Z "Pink champagne, and red-coats to drink it," chimed in the ensign. The Knight Of Gwynne, Vol. I (of II) 2011-04-04T02:00:09.197Z The ensign and his oarsman had gotten aboard the steamer, trailing their wherry behind it. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z The son entered the French army, but after being promoted ensign, quitted the army for the theatre, where he took the name of Floridor. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 5 "Fleury, Claude" to "Foraker" 2011-04-03T02:00:20.883Z Yes; I had barely time to cut away our ensign from the peak. Luttrell Of Arran Complete 2011-04-01T02:00:31.290Z Orlando learns that he is protected by this ensign of fraud, and accuses him of partaking in Gano's treason. Renaissance in Italy: Italian Literature Part 1 (of 2) 2011-04-09T02:00:14.990Z "Capital ginger-beer that! eh?" said the ensign, as, winking at his companions, he proceeded to quiz the stranger. The Knight Of Gwynne, Vol. I (of II) 2011-04-04T02:00:09.197Z “Sound for that mine before you put the diver over,” commanded the ensign. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z But it needed no ensign, nor other insignia, to tell who the dismounted and dismantled troopers were. No Quarter! 2011-03-26T02:00:16.330Z Lash a boat’s ensign on the starboard arm of the mizzen cross jack-yard.” McClure's Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 3, August, 1893 2011-03-20T02:00:35.193Z Banners, standards and ensigns are frequently mentioned in the Bible. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" 2011-03-20T02:00:30.697Z "How the major is going it!" lisped the ensign, while his goggle eyes rolled fearfully, and the others seemed struggling to control their enjoyment of such drollery. The Knight Of Gwynne, Vol. I (of II) 2011-04-04T02:00:09.197Z The ensign was standing in the bow with a rope in his hand. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z Here you behold an ensign to be reared for the nations; not only for the dispersed of Judah, but the outcasts of Israel. A Voice of Warning An introduction to the faith and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 2011-03-13T03:00:21.363Z In this sense it bears a proper relation to his arms, and contains a just apology for those ensigns of his newly acquired dignity. Cabinet Portrait Gallery of British Worthies Volume I 2011-03-12T03:00:27.327Z St Andrew in the same way was the patron saint of Scotland, and his banner, azure, a saltire argent, the national ensign of Scotland. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" 2011-03-20T02:00:30.697Z Then a party detached itself and came towards the dead tree by the water side, whereon hung limply in the still air the ensign of England. Sanders of the River 2011-03-12T03:00:26.427Z A few moments before the sunset hour the 146 different divisions marched aft to the quarter-deck, each division in charge of a midshipman or an ensign. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z The entire regiment adored her, from the colonel to the youngest ensign. Erlach Court 2011-03-12T03:00:24.407Z The vessel's white ensign will be lowered for the final time at a special ceremony in front of honorary guests. Final farewell for HMS Ark Royal 2011-03-11T00:41:17Z The red ensign shown is that of the Dominion of Canada, the device in the fly being the armorial bearings of the Dominion. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" 2011-03-20T02:00:30.697Z They appropriated to their evangelical function the splendid ensigns of temporal majesty. The Great Apostasy Considered in the Light of Scriptural and Secular History 2011-03-09T03:00:46.980Z Look out or you will lose it again,” cautioned the ensign. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z "Bedad," said Tom, "our friends were so busy laughing at my tale of the ensign's wife at the battle of Minden, they forgot to settle the score." The Road to Paris 2011-03-07T03:00:11.103Z He afterwards presented me with her white ensign, and it was on her deck that I portrayed him in a large oil picture which I painted some time before his death. Forty Years of 'Spy' 2011-03-04T03:00:57.237Z French.—To come to flags of other countries, nowhere have historical events caused so much change in the standards and national ensigns of a country as in the case of France. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" 2011-03-20T02:00:30.697Z The colour-sergeant had hauled down the red ensign of Socialism from the flag-staff on the lawn and lifted the Stars and Stripes in its place. Comrades A Story of Social Adventure in California 2011-03-03T03:00:52.327Z Each boat held either an ensign or a midshipman, who was in command. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z After six months' service he was promoted ensign, and five months later was in command of the mounted scouts of his regiment. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 3 (of 10) 2011-02-26T03:00:45.583Z It was impossible to see whether she flew her ensign. Billy Barcroft, R.N.A.S. A story of the Great War 2011-02-24T03:01:02.917Z The former shield only is borne on the man-of-war ensign, and displays the heraldic device of the ancient dukes of Austria, which dates back to the year 1191. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" 2011-03-20T02:00:30.697Z Only once had he been known to interfere; it was on a day when one of De Lancey's troop drew his sword against a boyish English ensign almost at his side. A Song of a Single Note A Love Story 2011-02-24T03:01:01.930Z Sam was in one of the large whaleboats, while Dan occupied the wherry with an ensign and an oarsman. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z Our old lord and I most unworthy were to ride even with the King, each of us bearing a snow white ensign, with a red cross. Mysteries of the Rosie Cross Or, the History of that Curious Sect of the Middle Ages, Known as the Rosicrucians; with Examples of their Pretensions and Claims as Set Forth in the Writings of Their Leaders and Disciples 2011-02-23T03:00:32.190Z What was more, her Black Cross ensign, which she had hoisted after the commencement of the engagement, was no longer visible. Billy Barcroft, R.N.A.S. A story of the Great War 2011-02-24T03:01:02.917Z The blue ensign is exclusively the flag of the public service other than the royal navy, and is as well the flag of the royal naval reserve. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" 2011-03-20T02:00:30.697Z Her silk ensign and Jack, presented by the ladies of the county of Kent, had been torn to ribbons. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 3 (of 10) From the First Battle of Ypres to the End of the Year 1914 2011-02-23T03:00:28.797Z “The ship is making signals, sir,” Dan informed the ensign in command of his boat. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z The Saints were instructed to observe wisdom and humility, and "lift up an ensign of peace" to their enemies and to all the world, while awaiting the day of God's power and of Zion's redemption. Life of Heber C. Kimball, an Apostle The Father and Founder of the British Mission 2011-02-21T03:00:08.060Z The sight of the destroyer dipping her ensign caused both officers to turn their heads and look at the "Trone." Billy Barcroft, R.N.A.S. A story of the Great War 2011-02-24T03:01:02.917Z Certain yacht clubs are also authorized by special admiralty warrant to fly the blue ensign. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" 2011-03-20T02:00:30.697Z As she disappeared some of her crew waved the German ensign from the quarter-deck. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 3 (of 10) From the First Battle of Ypres to the End of the Year 1914 2011-02-23T03:00:28.797Z “I think the boat is coming over there now, sir,” added Dan, addressing the ensign. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z The roadstead presents a gay appearance on Sunday, when p. 53all the different vessels display the ensigns of their respective nations, and corresponding flags are hoisted from the tops of the consulates on shore. The Thistle and the Cedar of Lebanon 2011-02-20T03:00:13.767Z The latter was again under way and had just rehoisted her ensign after saluting the British warship. Billy Barcroft, R.N.A.S. A story of the Great War 2011-02-24T03:01:02.917Z Consuls-general, consuls and consular agents also have a right to fly the blue ensign, the distinguishing badge in their case being the royal arms. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" 2011-03-20T02:00:30.697Z Five minutes later white flags fluttered aloft, and her ensign was hauled down. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 3 (of 10) From the First Battle of Ypres to the End of the Year 1914 2011-02-23T03:00:28.797Z The ensign glanced at the young seaman quizzically. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z Mates in the royal navy rank with ensigns in the army, and mates of three years standing with lieutenants in the army, and are entitled respectively to corresponding privileges in the acquisition of lands.” The Cape and the Kaffirs A Diary of Five Years' Residence in Kaffirland 2011-02-19T03:01:12.480Z At this moment the British battle cruisers, with the white ensign streaming from their bows, were seen looming through the mist. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 2 (of 10) From the Battle of Mons to the Fall of Antwerp. 2011-02-19T03:01:10.063Z The red ensign is the distinguishing flag of the British merchant service, and special orders to this effect were issued by Queen Anne in 1707, and again by Queen Victoria in 1864. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" 2011-03-20T02:00:30.697Z It is worn by officers in the United States navy above the rank of ensign; since 1872 it is only worn by general officers in the army. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 6 "English Language" to "Epsom Salts" 2011-02-19T03:00:59.807Z The ensign drew a deep breath of relief. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z If I fly no ensign, Lucy, I am alone; if you see the 'Jack,' it will mean I have company with me. Sir Brook Fossbrooke, Volume II. 2011-02-18T03:00:19.343Z "I rather like it,—that is, if it means India," said a very young-looking ensign. Sir Brook Fossbrooke, Volume I. 2011-02-18T03:00:17.957Z History.—Among the remains of the people which has left the earliest traces of civilization, the records of the forms of objects used as ensigns are frequently to be found. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" 2011-03-20T02:00:30.697Z In the 16th century ensign was corrupted into “ancient,” and was used in the two senses of a banner and the bearer of the banner. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 6 "English Language" to "Epsom Salts" 2011-02-19T03:00:59.807Z A sudden, but quickly suppressed exclamation escaped the ensign. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z The Victor of Rodova raised his glass to his hostess with the most benignant glance in the world, and for the second time Mrs. Arbuthnot hoisted the ensign of the rose. Mrs. Fitz 2011-02-14T03:00:38.317Z The Captain grinned widely, but replied only by a more vigorous wave of the tattered ensign. Menotah A Tale of the Riel Rebellion 2011-02-14T03:00:35.553Z The banner was therefore not only a personal ensign, but it also denoted that he who bore it was the leader of a military force, large or small according to his degree or estate. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" 2011-03-20T02:00:30.697Z In the United States navy, the title ensign superseded in 1862 that of passed midshipman. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 6 "English Language" to "Epsom Salts" 2011-02-19T03:00:59.807Z The channel of the Mississippi will never be permitted to be owned or obstructed by any other government, and no other flag will be allowed to wave but the proud ensign of the American Union. Portrait and Biography of Parson Brownlow, The Tennessee Patriot 2011-02-01T03:00:12.910Z "Oh, sir!" said Madame, for the third time hoisting the ensign of the rose. Mrs. Fitz 2011-02-14T03:00:38.317Z Above flew the ever-victorious ensign of England; below, that of the Hudson's Bay Company. Menotah A Tale of the Riel Rebellion 2011-02-14T03:00:35.553Z The origin of the three ensigns—the red, white, and blue—had its genesis in the navy. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" 2011-03-20T02:00:30.697Z In the British navy, ensign has a specific meaning, and is the name of a flag having a red, white or blue ground, with the Union Jack in the upper corner next the staff. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 6 "English Language" to "Epsom Salts" 2011-02-19T03:00:59.807Z Her stern was high out of water, the red ensign of England flapping impotently on the ensign staff. The Diary of a U-boat Commander With an Introduction and Explanatory Notes by Etienne 2011-01-30T03:00:19.213Z At a distance of three or four miles the United States flag was run up, and the stranger responded with the same ensign. Cruise and Captures of the Alabama 2011-01-30T03:00:18.733Z I wanted to follow the ensign's example, and, not having a poniard with me, I tried to borrow the captain's, but he refused it me. Abb? Aubain and Mosaics 2011-01-21T03:00:12.617Z These flags were called ensigns, and it is, of course, due to the fact that the union with Scotland was for the time dissolved that they bore only the St George’s cross. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" 2011-03-20T02:00:30.697Z The Governor placed them in order near unto the standard, which the ensign bearer carried. A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 2011-01-20T03:00:07.377Z He quickly after his apprenticeship parted from the coarse-minded practitioner, his relative, and set up for himself at Bath with his modest medical ensign. A History of Pendennis, Volume 1 His fortunes and misfortunes, his friends and his greatest enemy 2011-01-13T03:01:13.027Z On Sunday Captain Semmes had assumed the command of her and the Confederate ensign first appeared at her mast head. Cruise and Captures of the Alabama 2011-01-30T03:00:18.733Z Here is the captain's story almost in his own words: Roger was three years older than I when I first knew him; he was a lieutenant and I was an ensign. Abb? Aubain and Mosaics 2011-01-21T03:00:12.617Z All these three ensigns belonged to the royal navy, and continued to do so until 1864, but as far back as 1707 ships of the mercantile marine were instructed to fly the red ensign. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" 2011-03-20T02:00:30.697Z This happened the year Cornwallis surrendered, and I actually served at the siege as the youngest ensign in my father's battalion. The Chainbearer Or, The Littlepage Manuscripts 2011-01-13T03:01:05.707Z Lloyd of the Royal Irish Regiment was descended from the ensign who carried the colours of the Coldstream Guards at Waterloo. The Irish on the Somme Being a Second Series of 'The Irish at the Front' 2011-01-12T03:00:32.843Z |
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