English Symbols.pptx
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English Symbols
Flags The national flag of England, known as St. George's Cross, has been England's national flag since the 13 th century
A red cross acted as a symbol for many Crusaders in the 12 th and 13 th centuries. It became associated with Saint George, along with countries and cities Since 1606 the St George's Cross has formed part of the design of the Union Flag
The Royal Banner of England also known as the Banner of the Royal Arms, the Banner of the King of England Is the English banner of arms, that features the Royal Arms of England differs from England's national flag, in that it does not represent any particular area or land, but symbolizes the sovereignty vested in the rulers thereof
The Tudor rose was adopted as a national emblem of England around the time of the Wars of the Roses as a symbol of peace the white rose of the Yorkists the red rose of the Lancastrians
national animal The Lion is a national animal of England. Lion was the nickname of England's medieval warrior rulers with a reputation for bravery, such as Richard I of England, known as Richard the Lionheart
national flower The rose is the national flower of England. It is usually red, and is used, for instance, in the emblems of the English Golf Union and England national rugby union team
the national tree The oak is the national tree of England, representing strength and endurance
the patron saint of England Saint George (c. 275/281 – 23 April 303) was a Greek who became an officer in the Roman army. His memorial is celebrated on 23 April, and he is regarded as one of the most prominent military saints
English Symbols.pptx