This is also why St George’s cross is on the English flag: St George was traditionally depicted carrying or wearing a red cross on white background, and King Richard adopted it in his honour.

Despite being born in Cappadocia, Turkey and never actually setting foot on UK soil, St George is celebrated across England every April 23.

A Three Lions superfan who has covered his house in St George's flags says he is "England ... I'm England through and through and I'll fly the English flag if I want to." A lifelong supporter ...

When is it and who was England’s patron saint? - Get set to celebrate being English later this month in honour of a warrior ...

Warning against the St George’s flag being surrendered to the far Right ... “I’m proud to be English precisely because it’s a place where we can disagree – whether that’s a debate ...

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