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Smoke signal
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The smoke signal is one of the oldest forms of long-distance communication. It is a form of visual communication used over a long distance. In general smoke signals are used to transmit news, signal danger, or to gather people to a common area.
A painting of Native Americans using a smoke signal by Frederic Remington
A painting of Native Americans using a smoke signal by Frederic Remington
Distress signal
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A distress signal, also known as a distress call, is an internationally recognized means for obtaining help. Distress signals are communicated by transmitting radio signals, displaying a visually observable item or illumination, or making a sound audible from a distance.
Smoke signal
Smoke signal
HMS Romney aground off the island Texel in 1804. In Richard Corbould's print, Romney's blue ensign at the stern is shown inverted, as a sign of distre
HMS Romney aground off the island Texel in 1804. In Richard Corbould's print, Romney's blue ensign at the stern is shown inverted, as a sign of distress
HMS Pique in a gale, flying the white ensign upside down
HMS Pique in a gale, flying the white ensign upside down
Signal for "yes, I need help"
Signal for "yes, I need help"