In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
FANIONS
Noun
fanions
plural of fanion
Source: Wiktionary
FANION
Fan"ion, n. Etym: [See Fanon.]
1. (Mil.)
Definition: A small flag sometimes carried at the head of the baggage of a brigade. [Obs.]
2. A small flag for marking the stations in surveying.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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