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The Origin of 'Cravat' from 17th Century Battlefields

Explore how the term 'cravat' evolved from 17th century European battlefields.
WHO: NPR
WHAT: Tracing the origins of the word 'cravat'
WHEN: Jan 21, 2026 at 5:00 AM ET
WHERE: Europe
WHY: To understand the historical context of the term
Sources (1): NPR

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