International signal flags

The following are the International Signal Flags

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I have a diver down; keep well clear at slow speed
A		 I am taking in; discharging; carrying dangerous goods
B		 Yes
C		 Keep clear of me; I am manoeuvering with difficulty
D		 I am altering my course to starboard
E
I am disabled; communicate with me
F		 I require a pilot; on Fishing vessels: I am hauling nets
G		 I have a pilot on board
H		 I am altering my course to port
I		 I am on fire with dangerous cargo on board; Keep clear
J
I wish to communicate with you
K		 You should stop your vessel instantly
L		 My vessel is stopped - not making way through water
M		 No alternative meaning
N		 Man overboard
O
In Harbour; all persons should report on board as the vessel is about to proceed to sea
P		 My vessel is healthy and I request free pratique
Q		 No alternative meaning
R		 I am operating astern
S		 Keep clear of me; I am engaged in pair trawling
T
You are running into danger
U		 I require Assistance
V		 I require medical assistance
W		 Stop carring out your intentions - watch my signal
X		 I am dragging my anchor
Y
I require a tug. on Fishing vessel; I am shooting nets
Z
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