Ship Flag 1865

"Ship Flag" is a large, historically significant flag from 1865, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum. The flag, composed of four horizontal bands of red, brown, brown, and black, features the inscription "SIMONOSEKI 4-5 EN 6 SEPT 1" prominently displayed across the center. This inscription likely refers to the Battle of Shimonoseki, a pivotal naval battle that took place in Japan on September 4-5, 1864. The worn condition of the flag hints at its use in this historical conflict. The flag's size and inscription make it a powerful reminder of a significant event in Dutch naval history.