On September 23, 1779, after his famous quote: "Sir, I have not yet begun to fight", Captain John Paul Jones boarded the British frigate Serapis after the most famous Revolutionary naval battle, and raised this flag known as the "Serapis flag". From the Serapis, Capt. Jones and the American crew watched their ship, the U.S.S. Bonhomme Richard sink into the North Sea. Buy authentic Serapis Flags. Our historical flags are unsurpassed in quality and authenticity. This Serapis flag is fully printed, made from durable nylon material and has 2 brass grommets on the left used for hanging. NOTE: The 4”x6” size is mounted to a 10” staff with a gold spear top.