The Austrian flag (T/F)

 

RICHTIG ODER FALSCH?

TRUE OR FALSE?


Die Flagge Österreichs ist eine der ältesten Nationalflaggen der Welt.

The Austrian flag is one of the oldest national flags in the world.

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TRUE. Based on some sources it was first used in 1230 and is originated from the Babenberg dynasty (10-13th century). According to legend, Duke Leopold V of Austria adopted the combination of red-white-red as the basis of the Austrian flag after he managed to survive a fierce battle. The present-day Austrian flag is red (top and bottom) and white with the Coat of arms of Austria at its centre.




Sources:

Flag of Austria - Wikipedia

Babenberg - Wikipedia

Flagge Österreichs – Wikipedia

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