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Vessels of neutral countries carry for the most part, in addition to the national flag, a neutrality sign (national colours, national emblem, ship's name and nationality) painted on the sides, which is illuminated at night. |
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Special notification has been received from the following: |
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1) Russia: |
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Vessels of the Soviet Union carry on the ships' sides the national flag on a white ground, with the black letters "USSR" underneath. |
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At night they show three lights, one above the other + green - red - green; and on the approach of warships send out the morse letters USSR. |
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2) Ireland: |
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Irish vessels, according to a declaration of the Irish Government, may fly only the Irish flag (green - white - yellow). |
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3) Sweden: |
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Swedish ships should show, at the bows and stern, blue and yellow bands, and on either side the national flag. |
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French warships carry three-coloured bands, blue - white - red, on the shields or gun turrets; submarines on the conning-tower. French warships are reckoned as neutral; their appearance is to be expected only near the French coast or that of the colonies; otherwise notice will be given by W/T. |
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4) Ships of the Irish Navy and Coastal Protection Service fly, in addition to the national flag, a blue and white pennant with a yellow harp exhibited in the most conspicuous position. (footnote in the original) |
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** c) pasted on in addition. |
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