Across
- 4. another word for flagpole used to carry unit guidons or colors
- 5. the commons spirit or feeling of pride found in the members of a group and inspiring enthusiasm, devotion, and strong regard for the honor of the group
- 8. the emblem on a flag symbolizing unity, such as the blue rectangle and stars on the U.S. flag
- 10. the U.S. flag
- 11. a song of gladness, praise, devotion, or patriotism
- 14. a term no interchangeable with "colors" although formally it was used for flags of mounted, motorized, and mechanized organizations
- 15. the position of the flag about half-way down from the top of the pole or staff, used to honor and pay respect to military and nationally important deceased persons; or as a distress signal
- 16. a U.S. flag that is displayed or flown from an aircraft, ship, or boat as the symbol
Down
- 1. an act of politeness or gracious manners; the use of polite gestures or remarks
- 2. a long, narrow flag tapering to a point or a swallowtail at the end
- 3. to attach with bombs, explosive shells, or missiles to attack
- 6. the signal for the start of the official duty day
- 7. a long established practice followed as a matter of course among people, oftentimes considered an unwritten law or repeated practice
- 9. a rope or tackle used for hoisting or lowering
- 12. to carry or be furnished with, or to have attached to the person, a weapon or the equipment pertaining directly to a weapon, such as a pistol belt or pistol holster
- 13. the signal for the end of the official duty day and also serves as a ceremony for paying respect to the flag