Flying the flag: Decoding sailings secret symbols

From delicate silk 19th-century Chinese flags to bold Nazi Germany prints, the extensive collection of fabrics is an intriguing porthole into another time.

'Flags are symbols -- of national identity, affiliation, pride, and even submission. After all, when a ship surrendered it raised a white flag,' James Davey, the museum's curator of naval history, told CNN.

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These vivid fabrics have also left their mark on the English language.

'During wartime it was common practice to hoist the flag of the enemy, only to run up your own colors just before firing,' Davey says.

'The common phrase 'to show one's true colors' derives from this activity.'

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With the rise of high-tech communication systems, ships today are not so reliant on such a messaging system.

But one thing hasn't changed -- flying a flag embodies the nationality, ownership, and unique character of every vessel.

We asked museum curators for a sneak peek at 10 of their most fascinating flags.

Scroll through the gallery above to unlock their secret symbolism -- and tell us your favorite on CNN Sport's Facebook page

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READ MORE: Step inside the 'ghost fleet' graveyard Scroll through the gallery above to unlock their secret symbolism -- and tell us your favorite on CNN Sport's Facebook page Like this story? Get more nautical news at cnn.com/sailing Like this story? Get more nautical news at cnn.com/sailing 'The common phrase 'to show one's true colors' derives from this activity.' We asked museum curators for a sneak peek at 10 of their most fascinating flags. We asked museum curators for a sneak peek at 10 of their most fascinating flags. From delicate silk 19th-century Chinese flags to bold Nazi Germany prints, the extensive collection of fabrics is an intriguing porthole into another time. With the rise of high-tech communication systems, ships today are not so reliant on such a messaging system. Like this story? Get more nautical news at cnn.com/sailing These vivid fabrics have also left their mark on the English language. 'Flags are symbols -- of national identity, affiliation, pride, and even submission. After all, when a ship surrendered it raised a white flag,' James Davey, the museum's curator of naval history, told CNN. We asked museum curators for a sneak peek at 10 of their most fascinating flags. READ MORE: The real-life 'Moscow Merman' 'During wartime it was common practice to hoist the flag of the enemy, only to run up your own colors just before firing,' Davey says. With the rise of high-tech communication systems, ships today are not so reliant on such a messaging system. READ MORE: Step inside the 'ghost fleet' graveyard These vivid fabrics have also left their mark on the English language. Scroll through the gallery above to unlock their secret symbolism -- and tell us your favorite on CNN Sport's Facebook page But one thing hasn't changed -- flying a flag embodies the nationality, ownership, and unique character of every vessel. With the rise of high-tech communication systems, ships today are not so reliant on such a messaging system. Like this story? Get more nautical news at cnn.com/sailing With the rise of high-tech communication systems, ships today are not so reliant on such a messaging system. 'The common phrase 'to show one's true colors' derives from this activity.' Like this story? Get more nautical news at cnn.com/sailing 'Flags are symbols -- of national identity, affiliation, pride, and even submission. After all, when a ship surrendered it raised a white flag,' James Davey, the museum's curator of naval history, told CNN. 'Flags are symbols -- of national identity, affiliation, pride, and even submission. After all, when a ship surrendered it raised a white flag,' James Davey, the museum's curator of naval history, told CNN. READ MORE: Step inside the 'ghost fleet' graveyard With the rise of high-tech communication systems, ships today are not so reliant on such a messaging system. Scroll through the gallery above to unlock their secret symbolism -- and tell us your favorite on CNN Sport's Facebook page With the rise of high-tech communication systems, ships today are not so reliant on such a messaging system. 'The common phrase 'to show one's true colors' derives from this activity.' 'During wartime it was common practice to hoist the flag of the enemy, only to run up your own colors just before firing,' Davey says. We asked museum curators for a sneak peek at 10 of their most fascinating flags. From delicate silk 19th-century Chinese flags to bold Nazi Germany prints, the extensive collection of fabrics is an intriguing porthole into another time. 'During wartime it was common practice to hoist the flag of the enemy, only to run up your own colors just before firing,' Davey says. Scroll through the gallery above to unlock their secret symbolism -- and tell us your favorite on CNN Sport's Facebook page But one thing hasn't changed -- flying a flag embodies the nationality, ownership, and unique character of every vessel.

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