Flag Poles: 5 Fast Facts

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Fact #1. Flagpoles have a history that dates back thousands of years. The first known poles were made from wood. Early woodworkers would use strips of available tree bark to construct rudimentary poles. They often used animal fat as a means to coat or protect the material. The problem with wooden versions was that they were still quite susceptible to rotting and termites.
Fact #2. By the time of the industrial revolution, steel replaced wood as the go-to construction material. As early as 1893 and well into the 1900s, steel tubes and ship masts were used. At the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition held in Chicago, a steel tube 75 feet long was connected to a ship's 95-foot mast and sunk 10 feet into the ground. This pole is still in use today.
Fact #3. A flag has come to denote more than just a sense of pride. For the military, the flag has also become synonymous with power and authority. Flags are also commonly used by homeowners as a sign of self-respect, particularly during times of turmoil and war. Universities and schools often use them to display their unique colors or mascots. Business owners use them as a way to attract customers to their stores.
Fact #4. Flagpoles are made out of either wood or metal, and are typically taller than a person's reach. They have a built-in cord or rope that loops around a fixed pulley system at the top. Additionally, the rope ends are tied to the bottom of the pole. This allows for the raising and lowering of a flag along the pole's length.
Fact #5. Flagpoles can be designed as either single long pieces with steel tapers, or can be constructed with separate pieces that allow them to expand and contract. This comes in handy for smooth height adjustments. They're also used for ceremony, like the raising or lowering of a flag to half-mast.