Saint George, Patron Saint of England |
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The story of St. George is the most difficult to trace. He was probably a soldier who lived in the fourth century, who was executed because he was a Christian. There are several Christian soldiers called George, and their stories are difficult to separate! George became the patron saint of England after the Crusades. St. George is traditionally shown killing a dragon to rescue a beautiful lady. His symbol is the cross of St. George, which is also the English flag. St. George's Day is 23rd April. |
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Photograph: clipart.com |
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This statue shows St. George as a young man. He has killed the dragon at his feet, with his spear. |
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This is a stained glass window of St. George |
The cross of St. George is the English flag |
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