According to Guinness World Records, the oldest national Flag in the world history is the one of Denmark. The name of the Danish Flag is officially known as the Dannebrog meaning the Flag of the Danes or the red flag. Historically, the oldest piece is first found in the Danish text from 1478 and in a Dutch text from 100 years before that. Embracing the legendary origin, the ancient banner is highly appreciated and respected in the worldwide contexts. History and Legend around the Dannebrog The mysterious Flag came to the Danish possession during the Battle of Lyndanisse in 1219 (also known as the Battle of Valdemar). At that time, when the Danes were on a failing campaign in … [Read more...]