Gonfalons

/ˈɡɒnfəlɑːnz/ noun

Definition

Plural of gonfalon; multiple flags, banners, or standards used by military units or officials.

Etymology

Simple English plural of gonfalon, formed by adding the standard -s suffix. The singular form comes from Italian gonfalone via medieval and Renaissance usage.

Kelly Says

When armies wanted to intimidate the enemy before battle, they'd display all their gonfalons—a sea of flags and banners—which served both practical and psychological purposes, letting soldiers know where their unit was while making the opposing side understand they were outnumbered.

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