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TIL In the middle ages it was customary to fly the opposing lords banner when surrendering, to signify a changing of allegiance. The many French victories during this period led to the Capetian dy... (en.wikipedia.org)

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The original post: /r/todayilearned by /u/UndyingCorn on 2025-03-10 16:41:36.

Original Title: TIL In the middle ages it was customary to fly the opposing lords banner when surrendering, to signify a changing of allegiance. The many French victories during this period led to the Capetian dynasty’s white banner becoming associated with surrender in general as the white flag.

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