In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DANNEBROG
Noun
Dannebrog
The national flag of Denmark, featuring a white Nordic cross atop a red background; is said to be the oldest existing flag in the world, dating back to the 13th century.
A Danish order of knights founded in 1219 and revived in 1671.
Proper noun
Dannebrog
A village in Nebraska.
Source: Wiktionary
Dan"ne*brog, n.
Definition: The ancient battle standard of Denmark, bearing figures of cross and crown. Order of Dannebrog, an ancient Danish order of knighthood.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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