U.S. Marine Corps 4 Star General Officer – Grommets Flag

SKU: USMC 4 Star General Officer Flag - Grommets

Price range: $249.99 through $274.99

Printed USMC 4 Star General Officer Flag

  • Flag material: UV resistant 200 denier nylon
  • Header Material: Poly/Cotton Duck
  • Rolled Brass Grommets

Made in the USA

Please allow up to 4 weeks for delivery for this item. If you need it faster, please contact us at 703.751.2411 or [email protected] and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

Product Description

Designed for official military displays and outdoor presentation, the USMC 4 Star General Officer Flag – Grommets honors the rank and leadership of a United States Marine Corps General. Constructed from UV-resistant 200 denier nylon, this American-made flag features a red field with four centered white stars and is engineered to deliver dependable performance while maintaining vibrant colors in outdoor environments. Designed primarily for outdoor display, this flag may also be displayed indoors for ceremonies, headquarters, and command offices.

Product Features

The heavy-duty brass grommets provide secure attachment to standard flagpoles, making the USMC 4 Star General Officer Flag – Grommets an excellent choice for military installations, Marine Corps headquarters, change of command ceremonies, retirement events, official government buildings, and commemorative displays. Expertly manufactured in the USA, this flag combines professional craftsmanship with long-lasting durability for years of dependable service.

The USMC 4 Star General Officer Flag consists of:

  • A red field featuring four centered white five-pointed stars, accurately representing the personal command flag of a United States Marine Corps General.

Historical Background

The U.S. Marine Corps 4-Star General Officer Flag represents the rank of General, the highest permanent rank within the United States Marine Corps. Four-star Generals command the Marine Corps’ largest organizations, serve on the Joint Chiefs of Staff, or lead unified combatant commands while overseeing critical military operations around the world. Since the Marine Corps was founded in 1775, its highest-ranking officers have provided strategic leadership during some of the nation’s most significant conflicts and humanitarian missions. The red field with four white five-pointed stars follows the long-standing U.S. military tradition for General Officer personal flags, providing immediate recognition of rank and command authority. This flag reflects the Marine Corps Core Values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment, recognizing the exceptional leadership, responsibility, and unwavering dedication of the Corps’ most senior officers.

Symbolism at a Glance

  • Red Field: Represents valor, sacrifice, and the proud fighting tradition of the United States Marine Corps.
  • Four White Stars: Represent the rank of General and symbolize the highest level of leadership, authority, and responsibility within the Marine Corps.
  • Flag Material: 100% UV-resistant 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

Proportions:

  • Standard proportions: 3:5 (hoist to fly).
  • 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
  • Presentation to the officer at promotion or retirement
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. Marine Corps 4 Star General Officer flag made in?

This flag is also made with pole hem and 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. Marine Corps 4 Star General Officer 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.

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