The alternating white and blue stripes are stated to represent the 9 syllables with the phrase "Eleftheria i thanatos" ("Liberty or Loss of life"), a popular motto throughout the Greek War of Independence. Over the Kingdom of Greece, a crown was additional from the centre of the cross. See also: https://medieval-banner-long-tran63948.designi1.com/54316986/not-known-details-about-custom-made-medieval-banner