22153. Ensign, U. S. Power Squadron c.1950-70’s.
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22153. Ensign, U. S. Power Squadron c.1950-70’s.
22153. [Ensign, U. S. Power Squadron c.1950-70’s.] Organized in 1914, USPS is a non profit, educational organization dedicated to making boating safer and more enjoyable by teaching classes in seamanship, navigation and related subjects. The term “Power Squadrons” in the name dates to their founding in 1914 by the power boat division of the Boston Yacht Club. Following the first World War, their ranks broadened to include all types of boats and sailors. While they have many joint programs with the United States Coast Guard, the CG Auxiliary, and the National Ocean Services division of NOAA, USPS is a private, totally self-supporting organization. Members are boating families who contribute to their communities by promoting safe boating through education. USPS has some 60,000 members organized into 450 squadrons across the country and in some US territories. USPS is the world’s largest non-profit boating organization and has been honored by three US presidents for its civic contributions. This U.S. Power squadron ensign dates probably from the 1950-70’s and would have been flown from a private power boat by a squadron member. The USPS ensign is flown as a signal to others that the boat is commanded by an active member of USPS in good standing. The preferred location for flying the USPS ensign is the starboard yardarm or spreader, underway or at anchor, or made fast to shore, on motor and sailing craft. It may be flown from the stern staff in place of the U.S. or yacht ensign, but this is usually done only on smaller boats that lack a mast. On sailboats underway, it may be flown from the aftermost peak or leech in place of other ensigns. The USPS ensign may be flown at its proper location on boats displaying the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary ensign to indicate the owner is a member of both organizations; however, it cannot be flown if the craft is under Coast Guard orders. This flag is professionally manufactured and machine sewn. It has a white anchor stitched on a red background circled by 13 stars individually sewn on both sides. It has 6 vertical white stripes and 7 vertical blue stripes. Each of the white and blue stripes are 4″ wide. Flag is made of cotton and has reinforced edge with 2 brass grommets. Marked “Defiance cotton bunting, [by] Annin”. Flag measures 34″ x 52″, is bright and clean, and in very nice condition. (VG+). $76. (similar shown)