Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

mahatmakanejeeves

(66,440 posts)
5. The flag poles are only about 6" diameter at the top.
Wed Jun 18, 2025, 06:29 PM
Jun 18

That’s not enough room for antennas.



Source: https://www.usatoday.com/picture-gallery/news/politics/2025/06/18/trump-massive-flagpoles-white-house/84259082007/

The poles are tapered. The diameter of the poles is bigger at the bottom, about 15”.



The flagpole will sway in the slightest breeze.

The cell towers disguised as flagpoles have a much larger diameter, so that the antennas can be concealed within.



Source: https://www.nelloinc.com/wireless-cell-towers/disguised-cell-towers-flag-poles.cfm

Here’s a cell tower disguised as a tree. The antennas are on the exterior of the “trunk.” Fake branches obscure the antennas, but the antennas are clearly visible.

Cell Phone Towers Disguised as Trees

Brad Kelechava Brad Kelechava
9 years ago



{snip}

Recommendations

1 members have recommended this reply (displayed in chronological order):

Latest Discussions»General Discussion»I'm thinking about the Tr...»Reply #5