In 1959 a special seal was created for the United States Navy. Later that seal was used on a flag to be displayed on shore by color guards. The basic design was a reproduction of the Navy seal which had been in use for almost 200 years. It shows a Revolutionary War vessel with the national flag, the naval pennant, and the rank flag of the commanding officer. In the foreground is an American bald eagle with a large anchor behind it. In the official seal the foreground showed some land. However, when the flag was adopted the Secretary of the Navy insisted that only the ocean be represented, without any land area. This flag is 100% Made in the USA to Official Specifications. 
 
Craftsmanship, quality, durability, and beauty is second to none with Valley Forge polyester flags. The dyes are steam heatset activated to lock the color into the fabric. Expertly printed and sewn with heavy duty polyester. The extremely durable and tough fabric, designed for the harshest climates, flies in light breezes and blocks damaging UV rays. Features strong duck canvas heading and two large brass grommets. Strong, heavy-duty, thick, all weather polyester fabric is stitched together to outlast the toughest winds and environments. Manufactured domestically by Valley Forge Flag, since 1882, with facilities located in Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Alabama.