sleepy history - why you wouldn't last a day as a medieval flag bearer

Carrying the banner wasn’t a symbol of honor—it was a death sentence. In the chaos of medieval battles, flag bearers were prime targets, unarmed and exposed. Here’s why you wouldn’t last a day holding the standard in a medieval war. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Welcome to another episode of sleepy history, where battles are quiet, kings speak in whispers, and peasants survive one breath at a time. This video is part of our longform sleepy history series — designed to help you relax, unwind, and maybe drift off while absorbing the forgotten corners of the past. In this episode, we explore a moment of sleepy history through the eyes of those who lived it. There are no jump cuts, no dramatic music, just slow, gentle narration and soft background ambiance. Whether you're listening in bed, during a break, or while lying under the stars, this sleepy history format is made to ease you into calm, not keep you awake. If you've been searching for history that whispers instead of shouts — you're in the right place. Subscribe to the channel to explore more sleepy history journeys every week. #boringhistoryforsleep #sleepyhistory #historyforsleep #medievalhistory #PastOffToSleep