Standard

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Standard

Standard. An ancient military ensign, long and tapering towards the end, which is split and rounded ; on the upper part appearsthe Cross of St. George, the remainder being charged with Motto, Crest, or Badge, but never with arms. P. 46, f. 20. The term Standard is now applied to the ensign carried by the Cavalry, those of the Infantry being called Colours.