"...in 1648, .. Holy Roman Emperor Ferdinand II gave the Jews of Prague permission to fly a "Jewish flag" over their synagogue, in recognition of their part in saving the city from the Swedish invaders, who besieged the city as part of the 30 Years War. This "Jewish flag" was red with a yellow Star of David at its center."
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"How Israel Got Its Flag and What It Means", Haaretz, Elon Gilad, May 11, 2016.
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