WW2 Canadian RCN Navy Pennant 22 1/2″ X 9″

The WW2 Canadian RCN Navy Pennant is an authentic naval signal flag measuring 22 1/2 inches by 9 inches. Used by the Royal Canadian Navy during the Second World War, such pennants were typically employed for identification, signaling, or ceremonial purposes aboard Canadian naval vessels. Made from durable fabric, often cotton or a cotton blend, the pennant features stitched edges for reinforcement against maritime wear. Design elements and color patterns present on the pennant, reflective of the period, denoted specific ship assignments or operational signals relevant to RCN protocols in the 1939–1945 era. Canadian naval pennants served functional roles in fleet communication and identification, acting as visual signals recognizable across distances at sea. Items of this nature offer insight into the material culture and operational routines of the Royal Canadian Navy during the war, providing context for naval history and the daily life of sailors serving aboard Canadian warships.