What each of us associate a country such as the United Kingdom?Probably to mind immediately come gloomy Tower, the famous Big Ben, a big Ferris wheel "London Eye", the Royal Guard at Buckingham Palace.This country we closely associate with fog, oatmeal for breakfast, unshakable traditions, favorite detective Sherlock Holmes, Burberry brand and a lot of what else.However, the mighty sea power has a lot of character, which are associated with some episodes of its history.
Primarily worth mentioning is the national symbol of Great Britain: the flag, emblem and anthem.The main product of the country is "God Save the King (Queen)!", Depending on who currently occupies the throne.The coat of arms of the United Kingdom is considered to be the official emblem of the British monarch.Other members of his family have their own symbols and titles.True, there are two coat of arms: the Scottish and traditional British.In a typical embodiment, there are images of two lions and leopards seven and a unicorn.The shield is divided into four fields, which are placed emblems of England, Scotland and Ireland.
What is the symbol of Britain?Of course, the flag, which is called the "Union Jack".Jack - is not a name but an old word for sailor.Initially, such a flag used exclusively in the Navy.Needless flag denotes the union of the two kingdoms.Cross of St George of England superimposed on the intersection of St. Andrew of Scotland on a blue background.What other symbols of the UK?This John Bull, which is similar to Uncle Sam from the US.It represents a fictional hero: a typical gentleman in evening dress, fat, rich.It is popular as a symbol of "Britain" - the female incarnation of the country.It's a girl in a helmet sitting on a globe and holding a trident in his hand and a shield (a hint of sea power Powers).
It was common for the whole country code UK.But every part of the United Kingdom has its own emblem.
begin with England.The symbol of this part of Britain is considered to be a red rose.It reminds us of the war two flowers - scarlet and white.As you know, the red rose (ie the house of Lancaster) won the white (home of the Orcs), and took the throne.The war ended with the marriage of two representatives of warring dynasties.It is also the emblem of England is considered to be a mighty oak.
Very often symbols of Great Britain have a vegetable theme.Perhaps it echoes the beliefs of the Celtic Druids who worshiped the forces of nature.The emblem is the thistle of Scotland.According to legend, this flower helped discover the Scandinavians, who took off their shoes, under cover of darkness to attack the sleeping residents.A loud cry of Viking awakened defenders, and they drove off the enemy.
Wales has two characters: the leek and daffodil.This plant, which was accompanied by St. David.Onions he ate during the famine, and daffodil helped him gain the victory in the war against the Saxons.The emblem of Northern Ireland is the shamrock - the plant St. Patrick brought Christianity to these lands.And red hand, symbolizing the desire for power.
And what characters the UK you know?
