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Denmark Flag - Kingdom of
SKU: DNK35P
The people of Denmark, the Dane's claim to fly the oldest national flag of the world called the DANNEBROGE. It is the national color that has been in service for the longest historical period, likely first appearing in the 13th Century as a symbol of Danish crusaders attempting to Christianize Estonia. It is difficult to prove that the Dannebrog is the world's oldest flag. What is known is that the Dane's possessed a Banner prior. It was known as the "Banner of the Raven" and was a piece of red cloth containing a black raven. It signified the holy signature of the ancient Danish god, Odin. The banner was feared as the national symbol of Danish Vikings during their early 11th century raids on the Normans in England. When the Dane's converted to Christianity, a white cross replaced the black raven on the flag. Legend states that: suddenly there was a great clash of thunder, and a red banner with a white cross, floated down from the sky. According to the legend, in the year 1219 the Danish King, Valdemar 2nd, led an attack against the pagan Estonians. His goal was to conquer them and make them Christian. The legend states further that the banner fell into the arms of Danish Archbishop; a voice from the skies said: "When you raise this banner against your enemies, they will yield before you". The archbishop immediately sent a messenger with this banner to King Valdemar on the battlefield. The King waved the banner high; and this miraculous sign from heaven encouraged the Dane's, and gave them their final victory. Flag Measures 36 in x 60 in and is 100% polyester with grommets for easy flying.
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