Ships of the line had 21 guns on each side. To salute, or to show
friendliness, a ship would fire off all 21 guns on the same side & just
before of passing another ship. Therefore not allowing enough time to
reload and fire upon the other ship.

Scotty


"Joe" wrote in message
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Anyone know?

Where do you fly the flag on your boat in port? At sea?

When should you fly your flag?

Anyone know the orgin of a 21 gun salute?

Why would you fly your flag upside down?

Whats and ensign flown for, and when, and were?

Joe