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Dannebrog (the Danish Flag)

Dannebrog (the Danish Flag)

by | Apr 15, 2019 |

The Dannebrog (literally translated: Danish cloth) has a long tradition and an exciting history, celebrating its 800th anniversary in 2019, it’s one of the oldest flags in the world! The story of how and where the Danish people have received the flag: It was on June...

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Sankt Hans Aften

Sankt Hans Aften

by | Apr 14, 2019 |

In Denmark, the celebration of the summer solstice is called Sankt Hans Aften ("St. John's Eve"). It was an official holiday until 1770, and in accordance with the Danish tradition of celebrating a holiday on the evening before the actual day, it takes place on the...

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Viking Campout 2018

Viking Campout 2018

by | Sep 28, 2018 |

This year’s Annual Dania Campout was at Entwistle RV Campground just west of Edmonton. The weather and venue were both superb. Thank you to everyone that made this such a fun event! Villy Christensen: For organizing and directing the horseshoe tournament Frederikke...

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