A post office called Leland has been in operation since 1857. The village was named for Edwin S. Leland. Geography. According to the 2010 census, Leland has a total area of 0.53 square miles (1.37 km 2), all land. Demographics
During the War of 1812 a storm flag was flown over Fort McHenry during the bombardment. It was replaced early on the morning of September 14, 1814 with a larger garrison flag (30 by 42 feet (9.1 m Ã 12.8 m)). The larger flag signaled American victory over the British in the Battle of Baltimore.
What size flag should is appropriate for my flagpole? The size of flag is dependant on the size of the flagpole. For porch mount flagpoles the 3 x 5 Ft flag is the most common. For in-ground flagpoles the general rule of thumb is that the height of the flag should be 1/5th the height of the flagpole.For example take a 25 ft high pole â 1/5th of the 25 ft leaves 5 ft. So that would carry a 5 x 8 ft flag. Please be aware of the size of flag that is recommended for your flagpole.or porch mount flagpoles the 3 x 5 Ft flag is the most common. For in-ground flagpoles the general rule of thumb is that the height of the flag should be 1/5th the height of the flagpole. For example take a 25 ft high pole â 1/5th of the 25 ft leaves 5 ft.