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War, union, and a blue field: The making of Sweden's flag
The blue and gold of Sweden's flag is as synonymous with the Scandinavian country as ABBA, kjotboller, or IKEA. Yet the history of the Swedish flag may reach back deep into the medieval period, to an era when Vikings had not long left the world stage.8 months ago — Scandinavia -
Colors of fire and ice: The story of Iceland's flag
Despite the human settlement of Iceland stretching back more than a millennium to the Viking Age, its national flag is a little over half a century old. However, despite its youth, the flag has become a powerful unifying symbol for all Icelanders.1 year ago — Scandinavia -
Why do all Nordic flags have the same design?
There's more to the Nordic cross than meets the eye. Scandinavia's flags have their origins in medieval battles, divine intervention and yachting on Finnish lakes.2 years ago — Partner content -
Exploring Denmark's national flag and its tale of divine intervention
Carlsberg, a sense of "hygge," Lego, licorice, and pølse i brød are things that Danes of all ages, cultures, or creeds are proud of. Add to that list the famous "Dannebrog" - Denmark's national flag.2 years ago — Scandinavia -
The evolution and significance of Finland's national flag
Finland might be famous for its ice hockey team, vodka, and saunas, but nothing swells national pride more than the sight of the siniristilippu – the Finnish term for the national flag. Though officially only a little over a century old, its origins lie deep in the past.2 years ago — Scandinavia
