Product Description
Display the POW-MIA Stick Flag to honor prisoners of war and those missing in action, crafted for handheld or small-scale display. Made from durable polycotton, this flag features a black field with a white POW-MIA logo and silhouette, ideal for parades or memorials.
Flag Features:
Mounted on a sturdy wooden or plastic staff, this flag is perfect for handheld use at veterans’ events, ceremonies, or gravesite tributes. Its compact design ensures portability while maintaining clarity, and it is proudly made in the USA with superior craftsmanship. The bold colors reflect the nation’s commitment to never forget, ideal for showing support.
Historical Context:
Introduced in 1972 by the National League of POW/MIA Families, the POW-MIA Flag honors the 82,000 Americans still unaccounted for from WWII, Korea, Vietnam, and other conflicts. Its stark design, created by Newton Heisley, reflects the enduring hope of families and the nation’s pledge to bring every service member home.
Specifications – Flag Finish:
- Flag Material: Durable polycotton blend
- Staff Material: Wooden or plastic staff (typically 24-36 inches)
- Mounting: Sewn or stapled to staff
Description:
The POW-MIA Flag consists of:
- A black field with a white POW-MIA logo, silhouette, and text “You Are Not Forgotten.”
Symbolism:
- Black: Sacrifice and loss.
- White: Purity of purpose.
- Silhouette: Missing service members.
- Text: National commitment to remembrance.
Proportions:
- Standard proportions: 3:5 (height to width).
