Product Description
Display the KIA Honor Flag Grommets to honor fallen warriors, crafted for long-lasting outdoor display. Made from UV-resistant 200 denier nylon, this flag features a red field with a soldier silhouette and “K.I.A.” text, resisting fading in various climates.
Flag Features:
The heavy-duty brass grommets ensure secure and versatile mounting, perfect for vibrant outdoor displays. Ideal for veterans’ memorials, graveside services, or patriotic events, this emblem honors ultimate sacrifice and brotherhood and is proudly made in the USA with superior craftsmanship. Its poignant colors reflect bloodshed and remembrance, ideal for showing support. Pair with a flagpole or rope for a stunning setup.
Historical Context:
The KIA Honor Flag traces its origins to 1993 at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, where a veteran intervened to create a distinct symbol for the killed in action, separate from the missing. It honors the fallen from Vietnam to Afghanistan, serving as a crimson tribute for Gold Star families and a reminder of the brotherhood forged in battle.
Specifications – Grommet Finish:
- Flag material: 100% 200 denier nylon
- Heading material: White poly/cotton duck heading
- Side Hem: Double needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
- Heading Join: Double needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
- Fly Hem: Double needle lock stitch (~8 stitches/inch)
- Grommets: Heavy-duty brass, #2 size, positioned at top and bottom of heading
Description:
The KIA Honor Flag consists of:
- A red field with a black soldier silhouette carrying a comrade in a central oval.
Symbolism:
- Red Field: Bloodshed and the cost of freedom.
- Black Silhouette: Brotherhood and rescue in sacrifice.
- Oval: Sacred space for the fallen’s honor.
Proportions:
- Standard proportions: 3:5 (height to width).
