The U.S. Navy Retired – Grommets Flag is dye-printed on 200 denier nylon in the USA, so every line of the Navy’s official design reproduces exactly, and it is lock stitched on the seams and header.
The canvas header and brass grommets are made for an outdoor flagpole. For an indoor pole, see the pole hem version. Choose from 3×4 FT.
Historical Background
The Navy Retired Flag honors the thousands of men and women who have served in the United States Navy and transitioned to civilian life while continuing to uphold the values of the service. Building upon the official Navy flag adopted in 1959, the Retired variant recognizes the lifelong commitment of veterans. The Navy, founded in 1775, has a storied history of defending American interests at sea. For retirees, the flag serves as a personal symbol of completed service, continued patriotism, and the “Once a Sailor, Always a Sailor” ethos. It is proudly displayed by veterans and their families to commemorate years of dedication, sacrifice, and excellence in the world’s most powerful navy.
Symbolism at a Glance
- White Field: Purity and the high standards of Navy service.
- Navy Seal: The anchor, eagle, and naval heritage.
- “Retired”: Recognition of honorable completed service and lifelong commitment.
- “Semper Fortis”: Always Courageous – the enduring Navy spirit.
- Product: U.S. Navy Retired – Grommets Flag
- Material: Nylon, 200 denier
- Construction: Dye-printed on 200 denier nylon; lock stitched
- Mounting: Canvas header with brass grommets
- Sizes: 3×4 FT
- Display: Outdoor flagpole
- Origin: Made in the USA
- Licensing: Officially licensed by the U.S. Navy
- 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
- Proportions: 3:5 (hoist to fly)
- Hardware: Indoor poles, floor stands, finials, outdoor poles and halyard are in Hardware and Accessories
- Outdoor flagpole display at bases, posts, offices and homes
- Flown beneath the American flag on the same halyard, or on its own pole beside it
- Veterans’ memorials, parades and outdoor ceremonies
- A gift for a veteran, a retiree or a military family
Is this flag for indoor or outdoor use?
Outdoor. The canvas header and brass grommets are made for an outdoor flagpole with snap hooks or a halyard. For an indoor pole, see the pole hem version.
What other finishes is the U.S. Navy Retired flag made in?
This flag is also made with pole hem with fringe. The design is the same; the finish changes how it mounts and where it is displayed.
Is this flag made in the USA?
Yes. This flag is made in the USA.
How is this flag displayed with the American flag?
The American flag takes the position of honor. On separate poles of the same height it flies on its own right, which is the viewer’s left; on one halyard it flies at the peak with the U.S. Navy Retired flag below it. Service flags are arranged in the armed forces order of precedence. See our flag order of precedence guide.
Can I order several for a unit, command or organization?
Yes. Call 703-751-2411 or send the quantity through our contact page and we will quote the order.
Officially licensed product of the U.S. Space Force, Department of the Navy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force. Endorsement by the U.S. Air Force is not intended nor implied. By federal law, licensing fees paid to the U.S. Army for use of its trademarks provide support to the Army Trademark Licensing Program, and net licensing revenue is devoted to U.S. Army Morale, Welfare and Recreation Programs.
