The St George’s Cross, a red cross on a white background, is recognised worldwide as the flag of England. King Richard I, the Lionheart (1157–99) reputedly adopted St George’s Cross as his flag in the late 12th century, during the crusades. English soldiers also used red crosses throughout succeeding centuries, among many other religious flags […]
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