MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Where did the phrase Another Feather In Your Cap come from?

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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Where did the phrase Another Feather In Your Cap come from?

You’ve probably see the viral video of the Wheel of Fortune episode recently where the contestants couldn’t solve the puzzle even though there was only a few letters left. If you haven’t, here it is

But where did that phrase “Another Feather In Your Cap” come from? It goes back to the medieval days when knights or warriors would be rewarded for their bravery during battle by getting a feather for their head gear every time they slayed an enemy. Then over the years it caught on as a phrase used for when you get recognized for doing your job or achieving a goal you set out to do.

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