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A display of historic flags with bold geometric patterns and vibrant colors, showcased like artifacts in a museum setting

May 16, 2025
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Vexillology Vault

The Evolution of Flag Design: A Vexillologist’s Guide to Lost Banners

Before flags became the logos of nations, they served as powerful symbols in battle. These colorful pieces of fabric have played a key role in the evolution of flag...

Collage of vintage fabric banners showing faded, worn flags

May 16, 2025
LostFlags
Forgotten Countries

Top 20 Forgotten Country Flags and the Stories Behind Them

Did you know that somewhere, hidden in an attic or displayed in a museum, flies a flag that once represented 17 million people? The flag of East Germany—with its...