Denmark

The flag of Denmark, also called the Dannebrog, is red with a Scandinavian cross on it.
==History==
The flag of Denmark, known as the Dannebrog, is recognized as the world's oldest national flag still in use. According to legend, it originated during the Battle of Lyndanisse on June 15, 1219, near present-day Tallinn, Estonia. As the Danish forces, led by King Valdemar II, faced defeat, a red flag with a white cross is said to have miraculously descended from the sky, inspiring the troops to rally and secure victory.Dannebrog: The Flag That Fell Out of the Sky at denmark.dkFlag of Denmark at EnchantedLearning
While this legend is deeply embedded in Danish culture, historical records of the Dannebrog's existence appear in the 14th century, suggesting that the flag's association with Denmark solidified over time. The design—a white Scandinavian cross on a red field—has influenced the flags of other Nordic countries, symbolizing a shared cultural and historical heritage.Flag of Denmark at britannica.com
==Sovereign flag==
The sovereign flag is a variation of the Danish flag with a swallowtail shape cut out. It is flown by the royal house, the government, and the armed forces. Display of the flag has also been granted to a selection of private institutions and companies.https://flaglog.com/#note-8
==Trivia==
The Dannebrog is considered to be the oldest national flag still in use, and also the first national flag. However, the flag of Austria is older, as long as you discount the romantic legend about the origins of the Danish flag, as the first recorded use of the Danish flag was in the 1300s.
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