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St Andrew

 
British History: St Andrew

Andrew, St (d. c. AD 60). Fisherman of Galilee, among the first of Jesus' disciples, and first missionary. Little is known of his life after the Crucifixion, though it is generally thought he was crucified at Patras in Achaia. Patron saint of Scotland, the saltire cross associated with his death represents Scotland on the Union Jack. St Andrew's day is 30 November.

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