Order of the Dannebrog
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The Order of the Dannebrog is a Danish order of chivalry instituted in 1671 by Christian V, inspired by the legend that the Dannebrog flag fell from the sky in 1219. The Order's ribbon reflects the fl
Details of the vestments of the Knights of the Dannebrog, c. 1750
The Court Marshal of Denmark (at left) wearing the Grand Cross insignia
British general Sir Arthur Paget wearing the Grand Cross, 1908
Christian V of Denmark
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Christian V was King of Denmark and Norway from 1670 until his death in 1699.
Order of the Dannebrog
…The Order of the Dannebrog (Danish: Dannebrogordenen) is a Danish order of chivalry instituted in 1671 by Christian V, inspired by the legend that the Dannebrog flag fell from the sky in 1219. The Order's ribbon reflects the flag's colors, white and red, and the badge…
Portrait of Christian V by Karel van Mander III
Christian V portrayed as the prince elect in the year 1650, in a painting by Karel van Mander III
The anointing of Christian V in the chapel of Frederiksborg Palace in 1671.
Seal of Christian V.