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    In the 13th century, England officially adopted St. George as its patron saint, and therefore the cross of St. George became England's national flag. So what was England's national flag before St. George was adopted?

    Question #48421. Asked by chris42. (Jun 15 04 11:28 AM)


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    		I think that there used to be an English banner that had three leopards on it. Today they are regarded as the three lions

    Jun 15 04, 2:28 PM

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